The Magnitude of Earthquake 1 Is 3

question 72

Multiple Choice

The magnitude of earthquake 1 is 3.6, and the magnitude of earthquake 2 is 6.9. How do their intensities compare?

• A) Earthquake 1 is 1995.26 times as intense as earthquake 2.
• B) Earthquake 1 is 3.3 times as intense as earthquake 2.
• C) Earthquake 2 is 3.3 times as intense as earthquake 1.
• D) Earthquake 2 is 1995.26 times as intense as earthquake 1.

Describe the effects of task difficulty and success/failure on attributions.

Recognize common biases in attribution, including the false consensus effect.

Understand the concept of linear relationships between two variables.

Identify and interpret scatter diagrams, including the direction and strength of a relationship.

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Definitions:

GDP

The Gross Domestic Product serves as a gauge for a country's economic output, encapsulating the aggregate value of goods and services generated within a set period.

Globalization

The process by which businesses or other organizations develop international influence or start operating on an international scale, leading to increased interconnectedness of the world's economies.

Free Traders

Individuals or entities advocating for minimal restrictions on international trade, believing it enhances economic efficiency and benefits all countries involved.

Merchandise Trade Imbalance

A situation where the import and export of goods in a country do not balance, resulting in either a trade surplus or deficit.