What Happens When Scientists Make Good Assumptions

question 18

Multiple Choice

What happens when scientists make good assumptions?

• A) They greatly simplify the problem without substantially affecting the answer.
• B) They further complicate an already complicated subject.
• C) They can leave out necessary variables that may result in incorrect answers.
• D) They are capable of eliminating invalid causations.

Analyze the role of empathy in promoting prosocial behavior.

Understand the impact of social norms and peer influence on individual behavior.

Examine the predictive inaccuracies professionals can have regarding human behavior in obedience studies.

Understand the critical role of human capital in organizational success and strategic organizational behavior.

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Definitions:

Donald L. Kirkpatrick

An American professor and consultant who developed the Kirkpatrick Model for evaluating the effectiveness of training programs.

Training Program Evaluation

A process of assessing the effectiveness and impact of training programs on participants' skills, knowledge, and performance.

Training Effectiveness

The measure of how beneficial training programs are in improving the performance and skills of individuals or groups.

Title VII

A provision of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 that prohibits employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.