Which of the Following Best Describes a Transistor

question 77

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes a transistor?

• A)a cable that transmits bits by means of light pulses along a glass or plastic fiber instead of electrical signals over a conductor
• B)an electronic device that can accept, manipulate, store, and output data, and whose instructions can be programmed
• C)an older information system that remains in use because it still functions and is costly to replace
• D)a small electrical circuit made from a semiconductor material such as silicon

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Definitions:

Foot-in-the Door Technique

A persuasion strategy where a small request is made first in order to increase the likelihood of compliance with a larger request later.

Large Request

A significant or considerable demand or appeal made by one party to another.

Lowball Technique

A persuasion strategy where an initially favorable offer is made, only to have the terms change unfavorably once initial commitment is secured.

Compliance

The tendency to agree to do things requested by others, often to conform with social norms or expectations.