When Creating Histograms and Frequency Polygons, the X-Axis Typically Represents

question 5

Multiple Choice

When creating histograms and frequency polygons, the x-axis typically represents _____ and the y-axis represents _____.

• A) values or intervals; the sum of squares
• B) values or intervals; frequencies
• C) midpoints; reaction times
• D) frequencies; the sum of squares

Recognize the importance of planning and strategizing before composing a negative message.

Understand how to prevent psychological reactance in negative communication.

Learn the strategic writing patterns that help maintain goodwill in negative messaging.

Identify and apply the appropriate beginning and conclusion techniques in negative messages.

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Definitions:

Reactance Theory

A psychological principle suggesting that people have an aversive reaction to restrictions on their personal freedoms, leading them to resist or do the opposite.

Social Learning Theory

A theory of learning and social behavior which proposes that new behaviors can be acquired by observing and imitating others.

Cognitive Dissonance Theory

A theory proposing that people have a motivational drive to reduce dissonance by changing their attitudes, beliefs, or behaviors, or by rationalizing or justifying them.

Ethical Issues

Moral challenges facing individuals or organizations, often involving decisions about right and wrong behavior in complex and varying contexts.