It Is Spring, and Several Graduates of State U Are

question 72

Multiple Choice

It is spring, and several graduates of State U are seeking employment. State U graduates have evenly distributed GPAs, from 2.0 to 4.0, with an average GPA of 3.0. The largest employer in town, Acme Dynamite, is interviewing candidates, hoping to hire a few hard workers. While Acme does not require students to submit a transcript with their applications, the hiring officer believes that high GPAs signal a willingness to work hard. Acme has received applications from 10 graduates of State U. Five included transcripts, all of which indicated GPAs of 3.0 or better. Acme will most likely infer that the five graduates who did not include transcripts:

• A)had GPAs of less than 3.0.
• B)had GPAs of more than 3.0.
• C)had GPAs evenly distributed between 2.0 and 4.0.
• D)did not carefully read the application instructions.

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Definitions:

Reflected Glory

The phenomenon of basking in the success or positive attributes of another person or group to which one is connected, enhancing one's self-esteem.

Implicit Self-esteem

A form of self-esteem that is revealed by subconscious or automatic responses rather than conscious reflection.

Social Stigma

The disapproval of, or discrimination against, individuals or groups based on perceivable social characteristics that serve to distinguish them from other members of a society.

Authenticity

The quality of being genuine, real, or true, often in relation to one's self-expression and alignment with personal values.