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1.) Describe each of the five criteria for identifying a casual effect and provide an example of each. Which are best demonstrated through experiments? Why? Which do experiments not demonstrate well? How can experimental designs be altered to compensate? Is anything lost with quasi-experimental designs?
2.) Describe the difference between randomization (random assignment) and matching? What are the advantages and disadvantages of each?
3.) What makes a good survey questionnaire? Consider the questions themselves and the questionnaire as a whole. Why is it important to make sure you have a good questionnaire? How can you determine if you have a good questionnaire?
4.) What are some ethical issues in using unobtrusive measures? How should we overcome those ethical issues?
5.) Develop two research questions that are appropriate for using unobtrusive methods. Describe what specific methods might be best suited for studying those research questions and why a reactive method wouldn't be as useful.
6.) How can researchers use a comparative approach, over a cross-sectional approach? What is a research question that is best answered with a comparative approach?
7.) Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of including neutral, middle alternatives in response choices for survey questions.
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Discuss about the planning database design
: The proper implementation of a database is essential to the success of the data performance functions of an organization. Identify and evaluate at least three considerations that one must plan for when designing a database. Suggest at least two ..
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Simply a neutral method making
: Sociology is not simply a neutral method making it possible to develop an instrumental knowledge about society; it is part of society. According to the argument laid out in the lecture, in what sense can sociological theory be an object for sociol..
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Find the output code for the analog inputs
: Find the output code for the analog inputs vS = 3.5 V, 2.3 V, and 4.9 V. If the reference voltage is changed to 8 V, which of these codes would change?
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What kinds of informal writing do you do on a weekly basis
: What kinds of informal writing do you do on a weekly basis? List two examples. What kinds of formal writing have you done for work or school? List an example or two
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Identifying a casual effect
: 1.) Describe each of the five criteria for identifying a casual effect and provide an example of each. Which are best demonstrated through experiments? Why? Which do experiments not demonstrate well? How can experimental designs be altered to comp..
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Give possible explanations for this pattern
: In the "Bail Bonds" application, the price tends to fall as the number of firms rises above two, but prices are higher in New Haven (eight firms) and Bridgeport (ten firms) than in Norwalk (three firms). Give possible explanations for this pattern..
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Compare and contrast the effectiveness of classic models
: Following a data model is important in the planning of a database system. Evaluate at least two classic models that are used in providing structure for database solutions. Compare and contrast the effectiveness of classic models and recently evol..
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What are its shortcomings
: Explain the theory of cultural lag. What are its shortcomings?
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Six pillars of character
: Your mission for this discussion prompt is to identify which of the "Six Pillars of Character" you will access and how you will use the pillars to support a classroom discussion about avoiding procrastination and task management.
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