Can Tides Be Predicted? Explain Why or Why Not and Give

question 28

Essay

Can tides be predicted? Explain why or why not and give examples of factors that may render tidal predictions inaccurate.

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Definitions:

Superordinate Goals

Objectives that require the cooperation of two or more parties with typically conflicting interests, thus promoting collaboration between them.

Dominate

To have control or exert power over; often implies overpowering or leading others in a particular context or situation.

Outgroup

Any group with which an individual does not identify or feel a part of, often viewed with prejudice or hostility.

Stereotype Content Model

A social psychology theory suggesting that stereotypes along two dimensions, warmth and competence, determine our feelings towards social groups.