When an Observer Wishes to Record and Observe Target Behaviors

question 13

Multiple Choice

When an observer wishes to record and observe target behaviors that have a degree of duration, or occurs for a long enough period of time that such a measure would be sensitive, the best method to use would be:

• A)momentary time sampling.
• B)partial interval recording.
• C)whole interval recording.
• D)percent correct and incorrect.

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Definitions:

Retained Earnings

Accumulated net incomes of a company not paid out as dividends but retained for reinvestment in the business or to pay off debts.

Shareholders' Equity

This represents owners' claims after all liabilities have been deducted from the total assets of a company.

Total Liabilities

The sum of all financial obligations a company owes to outside parties.

Dividends Declared

An announcement by a company's board of directors of a dividend payment to shareholders, indicating the amount and payment date.