The Deviational Variable Di‾ Indicates the Amount by Which a Certain

question 44

Multiple Choice

The deviational variable di‾ indicates the amount by which a certain goal is:

• A)overachieved
• B)over attained
• C)binding
• D)underachieved
• E)non-binding

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