Suppose That Elaine Has Been Instructed to Think Freely About

question 49

Multiple Choice

Suppose that Elaine has been instructed to think freely about black cats for five minutes, whereas Kathleen has been ordered not to think about black cats for five minutes. After the initial five-minute period has passed, both Elaine and Kathleen are allowed to think about black cats. According to Wegner and his coauthors, during this second time period, what is most likely to happen?

• A) Both Elaine and Kathleen will spend equal amounts of time thinking about black cats.
• B) Elaine will spend more time thinking about black cats than Kathleen will.
• C) Kathleen will spend more time thinking about black cats than Elaine will.
• D) We cannot predict which person will spend more time thinking about black cats, because ironic effects are unpredictable.

Comprehend the use of statistical control charts in monitoring cost variances.

Understand the treatment and implications of material price variances.

Understand the applications of standard cost systems in production and cost control.

Identify the difference between theoretical standards and practical standards and their effect on employee motivation and performance evaluation.

---

Definitions:

Buttock

The buttock refers to the posterior round portion of the human pelvis, comprised of muscular and adipose tissue, which supports the body when sitting.

Proximal

describes a position in the body that is closer to the trunk or to the point of attachment.

Trunk

The main part of the human body not including the head, neck, and limbs; also the main structural part of a tree.

Plantar Surface

The bottom part of the foot that comes in direct contact with the ground during standing or walking.