A Sample Was Taken of the Salaries of Four Employees

question 63

Multiple Choice

A sample was taken of the salaries of four employees from a large company.The following are their salaries (in thousands of dollars) for this year: 33, 36, 41, and 47.The median of their salaries is approximately _________.

• A)38.5
• B)34.5
• C)34
• D)44.5
• E)38

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Definitions:

Political Skill

The ability to effectively understand others at work and use such knowledge to influence others to act in ways that enhance one’s personal or organizational objectives.

Personal Power

Personal power is the capacity of an individual to influence others based on personal attributes and qualities rather than formal authority, such as charisma, expertise, or relational connections.

Stress

A psychological and physical reaction to demands, pressures, or threats, which can affect one's mental and physical health.

Organizational Politics

The use of power and social networking within an organization to achieve changes that benefit the organization or individuals within it.