What is an alternative that we sacrifice when we make a decision? Opportunity cost is –(a) any alternative we sacrifice when we make a decision. Is the value of the next best alternative that must be given up when a decision is made? Whenever a choice is made, something is given up. The opportunity cost […]
What was happening when the Declaration of Independence was written?
What was happening when the Declaration of Independence was written? By issuing the Declaration of Independence, adopted by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, the 13 American colonies severed their political connections to Great Britain. The Declaration summarized the colonists’ motivations for seeking independence. What happened to the declaration of independence after it was […]
What is the current majority party in the House?
What is the current majority party in the House? With the Democrats holding a majority of seats and the Republicans holding a minority, the current leaders are Majority Leader Steny Hoyer, Majority Whip Jim Clyburn, Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy and Minority Whip Steve Scalise. Who is the House majority whip right now? Majority Leader: Hoyer […]
What are the characteristics of place?
What are the characteristics of place? Place also includes descriptions of a site’s features and environmental conditions. The physical and human characteristics of a place make it unique. Physical characteristics include the natural environment, such as landforms, elevation, water features, climate, soil, natural vegetation, and animal life. How do you describe place in geography? Geographers […]
Which one of the following statements is correct historical real rates of return must be positive?
Which one of the following statements is correct historical real rates of return must be positive? The correct answer is C. Explanation: In economics, real rate refers to a rate of return that accounts for the effects of inflation, in order to reflect how rates of return have really changed over time. When the rate […]
Who is considered the father of modern political science?
Who is considered the father of modern political science? The antecedents of Western politics can be traced back to the Socratic political philosophers, such as Aristotle (“The Father of Political Science”) (384–322 BC). Aristotle was one of the first people to give a working definition of political science. Who is considered the father of modern […]
What day is Disneyland least busy?
What day is Disneyland least busy? It’s always a great time to visit Disney theme parks! However, when planning a trip to the Disneyland Resort, expect lower crowds from mid-September through mid-November (before the Thanksgiving break). Mid-January through mid-March is another time when potentially lower crowds are expected. Is Disneyland busy in November? With that […]
What is schizophrenic thinking?
What is schizophrenic thinking? Schizophrenia is a chronic brain disorder that affects less than one percent of the U.S. population. When schizophrenia is active, symptoms can include delusions, hallucinations, disorganized speech, trouble with thinking and lack of motivation. How genetic is schizophrenia? The inheritance pattern for schizophrenia is usually unknown. The risk of developing schizophrenia […]
Which of the following two African countries were created by secession?
Which of the following two African countries were created by secession? However, recent history gives reasons for a more favourable disposition towards secession in Africa. For example, two countries that have seceded (Eritrea in 1991 and South Sudan in 2011) became new members of the United Nations and African Union in 1993 and 2011 respectively, […]
What may high stakes testing influence?
What may high stakes testing influence? High-stakes testing means that there are important consequences for students and educators resulting from test performance and also, it appears, for local housing prices. For student, high-stakes tests might determine promotion between grades or graduation from high school. What concept is most associated with external or high stakes assessments? […]