The Table Below Shows Hypothetical Data for Volumes of E-

question 14

Multiple Choice

The table below shows hypothetical data for volumes of e- books and hardcover books sold over a 3- year period in a particular city. $$\begin{array} { | c | c | c | } \hline & \text { E- books } & \text { Hardcover Books } \\\hline \text { Year 1 } & 23000 & 72000 \\\hline \text { Year 2 } & 52000 & 59000 \\\hline \text { Year 3 } & 106000 & 31000 \\\hline\end{array}$$ TABLE 2- 3
-If a theory's prediction is tested and rejected,

• A)a new hypothesis is usually suggested and tested.
• B)it is rejected with certainty,because it is not possible to reject a hypothesis that is actually true.
• C)inquiry into the matter should cease.
• D)the original data and assumptions should be discarded.
• E)the statistical tolerance of risk for accepting a false hypothesis should be increased.

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Definitions:

Uniqueness

The quality of being the only one of its kind; distinctiveness or rarity among similar entities.

Deindividuation

A psychological state where an individual loses self-awareness and a sense of individuality, often resulting in disinhibited and norm-violating behavior, typically in group contexts.

Social Loafing

A phenomenon in group work where individuals put in less effort because they believe others will pick up the slack.

Competitive Instinct

The natural tendency or inclination to aim at outperforming others or being the best in a given scenario.