Category: Social studies

Does the government buy patents? The government has the right to file patent applications anywhere the organization does not file and has the right to acquire any U.S. or foreign patent or application which the organization elects to abandon. What is a government patent? A patent is a right granted to an inventor by the […]

What is Zooxanthellae interdependence? Most reef-building corals contain photosynthetic algae, called zooxanthellae, that live in their tissues. The corals and algae have a mutualistic relationship. The relationship between the algae and coral polyp facilitates a tight recycling of nutrients in nutrient-poor tropical waters. How does Zooxanthellae adapt to its environment? Some corals have adaptations to […]

How do informal sanctions and formal sanctions operate in society on a daily basis? Informal sanctions can check deviant behavior of individuals or groups, either through internalization, or through disincentivizing the deviant behavior. As with formal controls, informal controls reward or punish acceptable or unacceptable behavior, otherwise known as deviance. Why is informal sanction important? […]

Which of the following should be continually pursued learning consequence discipline emotions? The correct answer is leaning. Learning should be continually pursued throughout life. When making a decision what should you consider? Making the decision include the consideration on the various factors that could affect the life or future of individual. These factors include the […]

What are the chief source of data used to support the psychodynamic theories of dissociative identity disorder? The chief sources of data used to support the psychodynamic theories of dissociative identity disorder are: case studies. Which is the best example of the Subpersonalities in dissociative identity disorder differing in preferences? The best example of the […]

What steps can we take to become better decision-makers? If you want to become a better decision-maker, incorporate these nine daily habits into your life. Take Note of Your Overconfidence. Identify the Risks You Take. Frame Your Problems In a Different Way. Stop Thinking About the Problem. Set Aside Time to Reflect on Your Mistakes. […]

What were the taxes that were imposed on the colonists? The colonists had recently been hit with three major taxes: the Sugar Act (1764), which levied new duties on imports of textiles, wines, coffee and sugar; the Currency Act (1764), which caused a major decline in the value of the paper money used by colonists; […]

Which of the following is the most common parasitic disease in industrialized nations? Cards Term What is a accidental parasit of humans? Definition acanthamoeba Term What is the same for BOTH Trypanosoma cruzi and Trypanosoma brucei? Definition importance of early diagnosis and treatment Term what is the most common parasitic disease in industrialized nations? Definition […]

What restrictions are there on freedom of religion in public schools? Although the Constitution forbids public school officials from directing or favoring prayer in their official capacities, students and teachers do not “shed their constitutional rights to freedom of speech or expression at the schoolhouse gate.” The Supreme Court has made clear that “private religious […]

Which best explains why El Niño could cause an increase in precipitation in California? Which best explains why El Niño could cause an increase in precipitation in California? Cooler ocean water causes the air to cool, which allows for more condensation to occur in the United States. The water in the Pacific Ocean gets warmer […]