When Researchers Want to Divide a Set of Items into a Known

question 5

Multiple Choice

When researchers want to divide a set of items into a known number of clusters,the clustering technique that should be used is _______________ clustering.

• A) k-means
• B) principal components
• C) varimax
• D) hierarchical

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Definitions:

Marginal Cost Curve

A graphical representation showing how the cost to produce one additional unit of a good changes as the production level increases.

Total Profit

The difference between a firm's total revenues and its total costs, representing the overall financial gain from its operations.

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The action of cutting the grass in an area or lawn to maintain its appearance and health, often performed as a domestic chore or commercial service.

Marginal Benefits

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