A Researcher Is Reviewing Average Household Income Data and Sees

question 51

Multiple Choice

A researcher is reviewing average household income data and sees that one household reported an annual income of over $1 million.This value lies outside the normal range of the data and is called a(n) :

• A)abnormality
• B)marginal
• C)outlier
• D)quartile

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Definitions:

Polarization

In psychology, the process by which an individual's opinions or attitudes become more extreme, often influenced by group dynamics.

Cautious Decisions

Decisions made with careful consideration of potential risks and consequences to minimize the likelihood of adverse outcomes.

Group Polarization

Group polarization describes the phenomenon where a group's prevailing attitudes or beliefs become more extreme after group discussions or interactions.

Bystander Effect

This refers to the social psychology concept where the presence of bystanders reduces the probability of someone stepping forward to aid a person in need.