What is an area unified by one or more common characteristics? A region is a basic unit of geographic study. It is defined as an area that has unifying characteristics. The study of regions helps us answer these questions: How and why is one area similar to another? What is an area of space distinguished […]
What research finding about cognitive based preschool programs is true?
What research finding about cognitive based preschool programs is true? What research finding about cognitive-based preschool programs is true? – Those who received the program reported as many offenses as the control group. – In comparison to the control group, preschoolers completed more school and had higher monthly earnings. What research finding about family based […]
What is structured observation?
What is structured observation? Structured observation is a qualitative research methodology that has been used by the social sciences for several years. It is a methodology in which an event or series of events is observed in its natural setting and recorded by an independent researcher. What are the advantages and disadvantages of structured and […]
What are the effects of load shedding?
What are the effects of load shedding? Load shedding happens when there is not enough electricity available to meet the demand of all customers, and an electricity (public) utility will interrupt the energy supply to certain areas. It is a last resort to balance electricity supply and demand. How does load shedding affect the households? […]
What was Nelson Mandela greatest achievements?
What was Nelson Mandela greatest achievements? Mandela received more than 260 awards over 40 years, most notably the Nobel Peace Prize in 1993. From 1994 to 1999, Mandela was President of South Africa. He was the first such African to be elected in fully representative democratic polls. What did Nelson Mandela win the Nobel Peace […]
How does the federal bureaucracy uses delegated discretionary authority?
How does the federal bureaucracy uses delegated discretionary authority? The federal bureaucracy uses delegated discretionary authority for rule making and implementation. The executive branch has been delegated to enforce those laws passed by Congress. Somebody has got to do it…and our bureaucratic agencies are happy to. What is discretionary rule making authority? Key Ideas. Discretionary […]
Is agriculture Paleolithic or Neolithic?
Is agriculture Paleolithic or Neolithic? The Paleolithic Era (or Old Stone Age) is a period of prehistory from about 2.6 million years ago to around 10000 years ago….Comparison chart. Neolithic Paleolithic Main Discovery Agriculture and tools with polished stones, the plow Fire; Rough stone tools Did the Paleolithic Age have agriculture? By the end of […]
How geography might help us plan for the future?
How geography might help us plan for the future? Geography, with a focus on the spatial interaction between people and places, helps us to understand the need for modern transportation and enables us to plan for the future. Career and job opportunities for those with an interest in geography are widespread and challenging. How does […]
Who were the Creoles and Peninsulares?
Who were the Creoles and Peninsulares? Peninsulares – People born in Spain who could hold the highest offices in the New World. Creoles – Spanish people who were born in the New World. Along with the Peninsulares, they controlled most of the wealth. Mestizos – People of European and Native American ancestry. Who were the […]
Why is it called underwriting?
Why is it called underwriting? Underwriting is the process through which an individual or institution takes on financial risk for a fee. The term underwriter originated from the practice of having each risk-taker write their name under the total amount of risk they were willing to accept for a specified premium. What is the meaning […]