Recall That Simonton (1987, 2001) Examined the Relationship Between 100

question 146

Multiple Choice

Recall that Simonton (1987, 2001) examined the relationship between 100 personal attributes of the U.S. presidents and their effectiveness in office as rated by historians. The characteristics that were most correlated with presidential effectiveness were __________) .

• A) height, family size, and number of books published before taking office
• B) intelligence, need for power, and self-confidence
• C) charisma, education, and adaptability
• D) social skills, need for power, and education

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Definitions:

Aggregate Planning

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Subcontracting

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Ending Inventory

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Overtime

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