Imagine After Grading This Exam I Look at the Distribution

question 81

Multiple Choice

Imagine after grading this exam I look at the distribution of test scores in this class and conclude there is a group of students for whom the material was very difficult and another group of students for whom the material was very easy. Which of the following would MOST likely lead to this conclusion?

• A) The distribution is bimodal.
• B) The standard deviation is very small.
• C) The mean was higher than I expected.
• D) The distribution is peaked.

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Definitions:

Dysfunctional Conflict

A type of conflict that is destructive, hinders goal achievement, and typically arises from poor communication, misunderstandings, or personal issues between individuals or groups.

Interdependence

A reciprocal relation between entities where each depends on the other, often seen in team dynamics, ecosystems, and global economies.

Subunit Goals

Objectives set for specific divisions or departments within an organization.

Divisionalized Structure

An organizational framework where operations are segregated based on products, markets, or geographies, allowing for specialization and focus.