In His Study of the Effect of Size on Group

question 41

Multiple Choice

In his study of the effect of size on group dynamics, Simmel found that

• A) a dyad is basically an unstable social grouping.
• B) a triad is an unstable social grouping, whereas dyads are relatively stable.
• C) adding a third person to a dyad has no effect on the stability of the group.
• D) the size of the group has no effect on interaction.

Understand the importance of hygiene practices such as covering coughs and correct disposal of waste in controlling infections.

Recognize the significance of labeling and the use of containers for hazardous materials to ensure safety in healthcare settings.

Identify the organizations responsible for setting and recommending guidelines to protect healthcare workers and patients.

Understand the content and effectiveness of hand sanitizers in preventing the transmission of pathogens.

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Definitions:

Long-run Average Total Cost

The average cost per unit of output produced over a period during which all inputs, including capital, are variable.

Diseconomies of Scale

The situation in which a business experiences an increase in average costs per unit when output is increased beyond a certain point.

Economies of Scale

The economic benefits gained by companies because of their large scale of operation, which typically results in a lower cost per unit of output as the scale increases.

Average Fixed Costs

The total fixed costs associated with production (costs that do not change with output) divided by the quantity of output produced.