When You Experience a Coincidence, Which of the Following Interpretations

question 23

Multiple Choice

When you experience a coincidence, which of the following interpretations is appropriate?

• A)If an event has a million to one chance, it is expected to happen to 290 people in the U.S.in a given day, on average (because the U.S.population is 290 million).
• B)It is not unlikely that something surprising will happen to someone, somewhere, someday.
• C)There is a big difference between the probability of a rare event happening to someone somewhere, and the probability of a rare event happening to a specifically named individual.
• D)All of the above.

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Definitions:

Self-fulfilling Prophecy

A belief or expectation that influences behavior in a way that causes the belief to become a reality.

Command and Control

A traditional management style focused on hierarchical organization, authority, and the tight control of decision-making and operations.

Act Irresponsibly

Engaging in behavior that demonstrates a lack of consideration for the consequences that may affect oneself or others.

Theory Y

A management concept that assumes employees are inherently motivated and seek responsibility, promoting a participatory management style.