Eight Instances of a Worker Doing a Task Were Observed

question 137

Short Answer

Eight instances of a worker doing a task were observed as follows: $$\begin{array} { l r r r r r r r r } \text { Observation } & 1 & 2 & 3 & 4 & 5 & 6 & 7 & 8 \\\hline \text { Time (seconds) } & 17 & 18 & 15 & 14 & 13 & 15 & 16 & 12\end{array}$$ What is the observed time for this task?

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Definitions:

Arousal Of Behavior

The activation of the body and mind in relation to behavior, which can influence performance and responsiveness to stimuli.

Principle Of Antithesis

A concept proposed by Charles Darwin suggesting that opposite emotional states are expressed through opposite bodily movements and postures.

Darwin

Charles Darwin, a 19th-century naturalist best known for his contributions to the science of evolution, specifically the theory of natural selection.

Opposite Emotions

Emotions that are diametrically different from each other, such as happiness and sadness, that can affect mental state and decision-making.