In Terms of the Scientific Method,what Are Variables

question 25

Multiple Choice

In terms of the scientific method,what are variables

• A) factors that change unpredictably within a study 
• B) measures of variability within a study 
• C) measurable items that are controlled or observed in a study 
• D) factors that are affected by experimental manipulation

Understand the distinctive features and advantages of virtual teams over conventional teams.

Identify strategies for managing dysfunctional norms within teams.

Recognize the foundations of trust within teams and how they affect team dynamics.

Describe factors that influence team cohesiveness and their implications on team performance.

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Definitions:

Investors

Persons or organizations that invest funds anticipating financial profits in return.

Expectations Theory

With respect to dividends: a dividend that’s lower than expected will be taken as a negative by investors even if it is larger than previous dividends. A variation on the signaling effect of dividends. With respect to interest rates: A theory explaining the shape of the yield curve. The curve slopes up or down depending on whether expectations about future interest and inflation rates are increasing or decreasing.

Signaling Effect

The signaling effect refers to the idea that actions by a company can provide information to investors about its future prospects.

Dividend Increase

An action by a company to raise the amount of money paid to its shareholders as dividends.