The Interstate Commerce Act of 1887

question 97

Multiple Choice

The Interstate Commerce Act of 1887

• A) put in place a series of regulations for railroad companies.
• B) had little practical effect for decades.
• C) created a five-person commission to oversee the act.
• D) both created a five-person commission to oversee the act, and had little practical effect for decades.
• E) All these answers are correct.

Recognize the role of internal and external factors in motivating behavior.

Examine the impact of psychological and physiological factors on obesity.

Understand the differences and similarities in social and biological needs across different cultures and individuals.

Explore how evolutionary perspectives explain certain motivational behaviors.

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Definitions:

Original Planned

Pertains to the initial strategy or set of actions that were designed to achieve a specific outcome or goal.

Activity Level

A measure of the volume of production or operations, often influencing costs and profitability in businesses.

Management by Exception

A management strategy where only significant deviations from set plans, standards, or objectives are brought to the attention of management.

Material Differences

Significant disparities or variances in data, information, or financial figures that could influence decisions.