A Sunk Cost Is a Cost That Was Previously Incurred

question 114

True/False

A sunk cost is a cost that was previously incurred and is irrelevant to the decision making process.

Recognize the role of practice methods (spaced, massed, overlearning) in improving memory retention.

Distinguish between different types of memories (long-term, short-term, episodic, declarative) and their characteristics.

Identify the effects of misinformation and constructive processing on memory accuracy.

Realize the challenges in memory retrieval, including the tip-of-the-tongue phenomenon.

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Definitions:

Disparate Treatment

Unequal behavior toward someone because of a protected characteristic under the law, leading to discrimination.

Prima Facie Case

A case in which the evidence before trial is sufficient to prove the case unless there is significant contradictory evidence presented.

Nondiscriminatory Reason

A justification for a particular decision or action that is not based on prejudice or bias related to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

Undue Hardship

An action requiring significant difficulty or expense by an employer to accommodate an employee's disability or religious practices.