Which of the Following Is NOT a Characteristic of the Clustering

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the clustering technique?

• A) writing down ideas all over the page, in no particular order
• B) writing one idea or topic in the center of the paper
• C) making associations and writing ideas down in groups that branch out from the center

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Definitions:

Life Cycle Cost

The total cost of ownership of a product or system over its entire life, including initial purchase, operation, maintenance, and disposal costs.

Operating Cost

The total amount of money required to run a business, project, or device, excluding capital expenditures.

External Cost

Costs of a transaction that affect people other than the buyer or seller, which are not reflected in market prices.

Commercial Energy

Energy derived from commercial sources such as fossil fuels, intended primarily for businesses and manufacturing.