Which One of the Following Is an Example of Unsystematic

question 82

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following is an example of unsystematic risk?

• A)The federal government lowers income taxes.
• B)The inflation rate increases unexpectedly.
• C)The GDP rises by 2% more than anticipated.
• D)Interest rates decline by one-half of one percent.
• E)An oil tanker runs aground and spills its cargo.

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Definitions:

Random Assignment

A method used in experiments to assign subjects randomly to either the treatment or control group to eliminate bias.

Independent Variable

The factor in an experiment that is deliberately changed or manipulated to observe its effect on a dependent variable.

Equal Chance

A principle whereby each subject or experimental unit in a study has the same probability of being assigned to a particular group or condition.

Archival Research

Research methods involving the use of records or documents of the activities of individuals, groups, or organizations.