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 […]
Why did Colonel Jackson gain hero status for his actions during battle?
Why did Colonel Jackson gain hero status for his actions during battle? Why did Colonel Jackson gain hero status for his actions during the battle? General Bee used Jackson as an example to his own brigade of how they should be fighting. Jackson was in favor of leading an army to Washington and routing what […]
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 […]
Which of the following is a reason conflicts over zoning decisions can become a divisive issue?
Which of the following is a reason conflicts over zoning decisions can become a divisive issue? Which of the following is a reason conflicts over zoning decisions can become a divisive issue? Zoning decisions are often wrong and result in significant financial hardship for a city. Which of the following methods of agriculture is the […]
Who is affected by deforestation?
Who is affected by deforestation? Deforestation affects the people and animals where trees are cut, as well as the wider world. Some 250 million people living in forest and savannah areas depend on them for subsistence and income—many of them among the world’s rural poor. What are some examples of deforestation? According to FAO’s report, […]
Which was a Sumerian belief?
Which was a Sumerian belief? Religion. Sumerians believed in anthropomorphic polytheism, or of many gods in human form, which were specific to each city-state. The core pantheon consisted of An (heaven), Enki (a healer and friend to humans), Enlil (gave spells spirits must obey), Inanna (love and war), Utu (sun-god), and Sin (moon-god). Who is […]
What is the difference between vitalism theory and vital force theory?
What is the difference between vitalism theory and vital force theory? The vital force theory, sometimes called “vitalism” (vital means “life force”), was therefore proposed, and widely accepted, as a way to explain these differences, that a “vital force” existed within organic material but did not exist in any inorganic materials. Why did Wohler’s discovery […]
What was one problem and one reform related to railroad monopolies?
What was one problem and one reform related to railroad monopolies? The railroad owners were worried the industries supporting them, such as the iron industry, might crash, so they became monopolies controlling large amounts of businesses all together in a big conglomerated mess. The US made the Anti Trust act to fix that problem and […]
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 […]