Mike Wants to Know How Many Licks It Takes to Get

question 104

Multiple Choice

Mike wants to know how many licks it takes to get to the center of his all-day sucker. He tells his friends that "one full gyration of the tongue around the outer surface of the lollipop" is what constitutes a "lick." In an informal way, Mike is offering a(n) :

• A)way to use casual observation to answer his question.
• B)way to eliminate the reactivity sometimes associated with observation.
• C)operational definition for the property he wants to measure.
• D)excuse for eating a lot of candy.

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Definitions:

Nasal Septum

The cartilage and bone that divides the nasal cavity into two nostrils, which can be deviated or straight.

Speculum

A medical instrument used to dilate an orifice or cavity for examination purposes, such as during a gynecological exam.

Otoscope

A medical device used to look into the ears, allowing for the examination of the ear canal and tympanic membrane.

Gingival Margin

The edge of the gum tissue that surrounds the teeth, marking the boundary between the crown of the tooth and the beginning of the gum.