The Greatest Shortcoming of Standard Deviation as a Measure of Volatility

question 4

Multiple Choice

The greatest shortcoming of standard deviation as a measure of volatility is

• A) it discriminates in favor of investments with volatility on the "downside"
• B) it discriminates in favor of investments with volatility on the "upside"
• C) it is normally distributed meaning the possibility of an "upside" outcome is just as likely as a "downside" outcome
• D) volatility is averaged rather than incremental

Recognize the link between violence in the mass media and viewer aggression, including causality and gender differences.

Identify the risks and demographic likelihoods relating to domestic violence.

Understand the impact of external influences, such as video games and alcohol, on aggressive behavior.

Recognize the intergenerational transmission of violence and its implications for future behavior.

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Definitions:

Strict Attendance

emphasizes the rigorous enforcement of rules requiring presence at a designated place, such as a school or workplace, within specified times.

Foot-In-The-Door Phenomenon

The psychological tactic of getting a person to agree to a large request by first setting them up to agree to a modest request.

Situational Attributions

The process of explaining someone's behavior based on external factors or the context of the situation.

Central Route Persuasion

A method of persuasion that involves deeply processing the content of a message, evaluating the arguments and evidence in support of a particular stance.