Alan Is a Freshman in the Computer Science Department

question 25

Essay

Alan is a freshman in the computer science department. One of his professors has embarrassed him in class and then mocked him, saying that Alan will never be as good as she is with computers. In order to prove the professor wrong, Alan decides to break into the main computer at the Department of Defense and leave a note saying the professor is a spy. Alan indeed hacks into the computer and leaves the message. He designed the message to erase itself after 13 hours, leaving no trail and no damage to the computer. If Alan is discovered to be the hacker, has he committed a crime? Explain.

Acknowledge the significance of resource consideration in the selection of a research design.

Understand the role of ruling out rival hypotheses and the importance of validity in research design.

Identify the components of research and their functions.

Distinguish between experimental laboratory studies and naturalistic observation.

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Definitions:

Cash

Money in the form of coins or banknotes, especially that issued by a government.

Common Courtesies

Basic polite behaviors and gestures that are universally accepted and expected within a society.

Positive Reinforcement

A behavioral principle where the introduction of a stimulus following a desired behavior increases the likelihood of the behavior recurring.

Monetary Rewards

Financial incentives given to employees or individuals as a recognition of their work, achievement, or performance.