Is a story or tale with two or more levels of meaning? Terms in this set (62) Story or tale with two or more levels of meaning – a literal level and one or more symbolic levels. The events, setting, and characters in an allegory are symbols for ideas or qualities. Which of the following […]
What is it called when people change their behavior when being observed?
What is it called when people change their behavior when being observed? The Hawthorne Effect refers to the fact that people will modify their behavior simply because they are being observed. The effect gets its name from one of the most famous industrial history experiments that took place at Western Electric’s factory in the Hawthorne […]
How does microwaves interact with matter?
How does microwaves interact with matter? The interaction of microwaves with matter other than metallic conductors will be to rotate molecules and produce heat as result of that molecular motion. Conductors will strongly absorb microwaves and any lower frequencies because they will cause electric currents which will heat the material. How does a microwave cause […]
What is ethical objectivism?
What is ethical objectivism? Objectivism holds that the purpose of morality is to define a code of values in support of one’s own life, a human life. The values of Objectivism are the means to a happy life. They include such things as wealth, love, satisfaction in work, education, artistic inspiration, and much more. What […]
How much is the additional fee charged for license renewal for the Texas Real Estate Center?
How much is the additional fee charged for license renewal for the Texas Real Estate Center? If you renew your license online, the renewal fee will be $110. If you submit a renewal application by mail, you will have to pay the standard $110 renewal fee plus a $20 paper filing fee. There are several […]
What is the difference between Samatha and Vipassana meditation?
What is the difference between Samatha and Vipassana meditation? In short, Samatha meditation is focused on calming the mind, whilst Vipassana meditation is focused on insight or clearing the mind. For the purposes of most people seeking to get into meditation we consider Vipassana to be the meditation of choice that is going to deliver […]
What factors contributed to the current decline in the rate of unemployment?
What factors contributed to the current decline in the rate of unemployment? This decline in the unemployment rate trend has been driven by downward trends in the entry rates into unemployment, both from employment and from OLF, likely due to population aging, better quality matches between workers and jobs, and other structural factors. What causes […]
What is the proper technique for anchoring?
What is the proper technique for anchoring? Attach the line to a bow cleat. Never tie the line to the stern: the additional weight could bring on water. Slowly lower the anchor from the bow, rather than the stern, to avoid capsizing or swamping. When the anchor has hit bottom—and sufficient rode is given out—give […]
What is the perimeter of a 9cm square?
Is residential construction growing?
Is residential construction growing? This time around residential starts and spending are increasing. Over the final 5 months of 2020, new Residential construction starts posted 4 of the 5 highest monthly totals since 2004-2006. Total 2020 residential starts are up 7%, but the average for the last 5 months is up 10% from the same […]