One Disadvantage of Decentralized Research Management Is Possible Ineffective Communications

question 21

Multiple Choice

One disadvantage of decentralized research management is possible ineffective communications with _____.

• A) field personnel
• B) home-office executives
• C) customers
• D) local agencies
• E) resident managers

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Definitions:

Independent Variable

A variable that is manipulated by the researcher to observe its effect on the dependent variable in an experiment.

Factorial Designs

Experimental designs used to explore the effects of two or more variables at the same time, allowing for the analysis of interactions among variables.

Confounding Variables

Factors other than the independent variable that may cause a result, making it difficult to establish a clear causal relationship.

Independent Variable

A variable that is manipulated or changed by the researcher to observe its effect on the dependent variable.