Catherine and Bernice Are Faculty Members at a Local College

question 17

Multiple Choice

Catherine and Bernice are faculty members at a local college who feel very differently about their academic dean.Catherine believes that he is always engaging in political activity that is not in the best interests of the college.She describes him as a man who passes the buck,is scheming and arrogant.Bernice believes that he is an effective manager and sees him quite differently to Catherine. What Catherine views as "arrogant" is probably described by Bernice as:

• A)competent and capable.
• B)confident.
• C)Demonstrating loyalty
• D)fixing responsibility.

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Definitions:

Joints

Natural fractures or separations in rock that occur without significant displacement of the sides.

Weathering

The breakdown of rocks, soils, and minerals as well as artificial materials through contact with the Earth's atmosphere, waters, and biological organisms.

Fluid Pressure

The pressure exerted by a fluid at any given point within the fluid, dependent on the fluid's density and depth.

Differential Stress

The difference in magnitude of stress applied in varying directions within geological formations, influencing rock deformation.