Consumer Reports National Research Center Routinely Compares Products and

question 15

Essay

Consumer Reports National Research Center routinely compares products and
services. A poll of more than 1,800 U.S. residents was conducted shortly after the 2008
holiday season. What they found was that fewer people than in the previous year tipped
their service providers (newspaper carrier, barber, mail carrier, hairdresser, garbage
collector) or the amount that consumers tip for specific services was reduced..
Information was reported on the type of service, whether a tip or gift was given, and the
median total value of the tip. Describe the W's for the information given.
• Who:
• What:
• When:
• Where:
• How:
• Why:

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Definitions:

Convert

The process of changing data from one format to another, such as converting a document into a PDF file.

Split

A function in software that divides a window or data into separate parts or panels for easier management or analysis.

Navigation Pane

A feature in many software applications that allows users to quickly jump to different sections of a document, file, or database.

Objects Bar

A toolbar or interface element in software applications that provides quick access to various objects or tools.