The Head of Operations for a Movie Studio Wants to Determine

question 60

Multiple Choice

The head of operations for a movie studio wants to determine which of two new scripts they should select for their next major production.She feels that script #1 has a 70% chance of earning $100 million over the long run,but a 30% chance of losing $20 million.If this movie is successful,then a sequel could also be produced,with an 80% chance of earning $50 million,but a 20% chance of losing $10 million.On the other hand,she feels that script #2 has a 60 % chance of earning $120 million,but a 40% chance of losing $30 million.If successful,its sequel would have a 50% chance of earning $80 million and a 50% chance of losing $40 million.As with the first script,if the original movie is a "flop",then no sequel would be produced.
-What is the probability that script #1 will be a success,but its sequel will not?

• A)0 8
• B)0 7
• C)0 56
• D)0 2
• E)0 14

Recognize the role of naturalistic observation within the spectrum of descriptive research methods.

Understand the limitations and potential biases associated with specific research methods.

Grasp the ethical and methodological considerations necessary for publishing scientific findings.

Understand the benefits and limitations of different research methods in psychology, including naturalistic observation, surveys, case studies, and experiments.

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