The Continuity Assumption Is Inappropriate When

question 63

Multiple Choice

The continuity assumption is inappropriate when

• A) the business is just starting up.
• B) liquidation appears likely.
• C) fair values are higher than costs.
• D) the business is organized as a proprietorship.

Understand the concepts of motivation, including its key characteristics such as activation, persistence, and intensity.

Recognize the historical and contemporary theories of motivation, including but not limited to instinct, drive, incentive, arousal, and humanistic theories.

Explain the influence of biological factors (such as instincts, drives, and arousal) on motivation.

Discuss the role of environmental and psychological factors in shaping motivation.

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Definitions:

Learned Helplessness

The hopelessness and passive resignation an animal or person learns when unable to avoid repeated aversive events.

Psychological Disorders

Psychological disorders marked by changes in cognition, emotional state, or actions that lead to suffering or decreased ability to function.

Violent Crimes

Acts that involve force or threat of force against individuals, including assault, robbery, and homicide.

Gun Violence

The act of using a firearm to inflict harm or death on others, a major public health and safety issue.