Individuals and Groups in One Nation with Similar Issue Concerns

question 11

Multiple Choice

Individuals and groups in one nation with similar issue concerns to those of individuals and groups of other nations often communicate by Internet or in international policy forums to find solutions for problems that cross national borders.These phenomena may indicate the growth of

• A)discontent with national governments.
• B)unrest among indigenous peoples.
• C)the diffusion of ideas.
• D)a global civil society.

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Expected Value

A calculated average of all possible values in a probability distribution, weighted by their respective chances of occurrence.

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The anticipated value of an outcome, calculated by multiplying the utility of the outcome by the probability of its occurrence.

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Characterized by the preference to avoid risk, leading individuals or entities to choose the option with the least risk when faced with uncertain outcomes.

Expected Utility

A theory in economics that calculates the anticipated utility or satisfaction from a decision under conditions of uncertainty.