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Related to the Economics in Practice on page 10: A study on the effect of roommates on college grades found that there were strong roommate effects on grade point average, effort in school, and fraternity membership. Which of the following is an example of a normative statement concerning this study?


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Just World

The belief that the world is fundamentally fair and all actions and decisions result in fair or deserved consequences.

Diving Board

A flexible board secured at one end and projecting over water, used for diving or jumping into a pool.

Pluralistic Ignorance

A psychological phenomenon where the majority of group members privately reject a norm, but assume incorrectly that most others accept it, leading to a disconnect between beliefs and behaviors.

Diffusion of Responsibility

A socio-psychological phenomenon where individuals in a group are less likely to take action or feel a sense of responsibility in the presence of others.

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