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Question: Read the attached article, The Pursuit of Happiness, and submit a minimum 130 word answer in standard Written English for each question below.

Question 1 - Critical Thinking

Identify three research method(s) used to accumulate the data which served as the basis for this article. Name one strength and weakness associated with each method.

There is no time limit for this requirement, but it is recommended that you complete the answer with a "word processor" first and paste your answer on the next page. Your answer must be a minimum of 130 words. Submissions will be checked for plagiarism so please submit your own original work.

Question 2 - Visual and Quantitative Analysis

Draw three conclusions that can be deduced from the infographs, bar graphs or pie charts presented in this article. Use the information to make a prediction (inference) about the future. Support your prediction with reasons and details.

There is no time limit for this requirement, but it is recommended that you complete the answer with a "word processor" first and paste your answer on the next page. Your answer must be a minimum of 130 words. Submissions will be checked for plagiarism so please submit your own original work.

Question 3 - Written Communication Skills

In the study done by Lieberman and Morelli, what were the physiological and psychological processes involved in their study of empathy. Elaborate fully on the physiological and psychological processes by providing ample description and details.

There is no time limit for this requirement, but it is recommended that you complete the answer with a "word processor" first and paste your answer on the next page. Your answer must be a minimum of 130 words. Submissions will be checked for plagiarism so please submit your own original work.

Question 4 - Social Responsibility

In the quote by Morelli, "Being distracted reduces our empathy for others and blunts responses in the brain," what are three implications of this quote for civic engagement?

There is no time limit for this requirement, but it is recommended that you complete the answer with a "word processor" first and paste your answer on the next page. Your answer must be a minimum of 130 words. Submissions will be checked for plagiarism so please submit your own original work.

Articles: 1. The Happiness of Pursuit (By Jeffrey Kluger)

2. The States of Happiness (By Megan Gibson and Kharunya paramaguru)