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Which of the following is the primary purpose of using expanded definitions in formal papers or academic essays?
Which of the following is the primary purpose of using expanded definitions in formal papers or academic essays?
- To replace the need for any basic definitions.
- To ensure readers share a common and thorough understanding of a word, preventing miscommunication. (correct)
- To provide a simple, dictionary-like understanding of the word.
- To confuse the reader with multiple meanings of a word.
An expanded definition offers more than a simple dictionary definition by providing which of the following?
An expanded definition offers more than a simple dictionary definition by providing which of the following?
- A definition that only includes synonyms.
- A shorter, more concise explanation of the term.
- An analysis and illustration of a concept that may be abstract or debatable. (correct)
- A completely unrelated definition of the term.
Which of the following is NOT a key component of providing an expanded definition?
Which of the following is NOT a key component of providing an expanded definition?
- Providing extra facts or information about it.
- Using the most complicated language possible. (correct)
- Distinguishing the characteristics of a certain word.
- Giving examples.
In the discussion of 'Mother Nature,' what role do images of women play in developing the definition?
In the discussion of 'Mother Nature,' what role do images of women play in developing the definition?
What is the first step you should take when writing an expanded definition?
What is the first step you should take when writing an expanded definition?
What is the purpose of placing a formal sentence definition at the beginning of an expanded definition?
What is the purpose of placing a formal sentence definition at the beginning of an expanded definition?
A formal definition consists of which three parts?
A formal definition consists of which three parts?
How does an informal definition explain a term?
How does an informal definition explain a term?
Which question is LEAST helpful when expanding basic formal definitions?
Which question is LEAST helpful when expanding basic formal definitions?
When deciding which techniques to use for creating an expanded definition, what should be your primary consideration?
When deciding which techniques to use for creating an expanded definition, what should be your primary consideration?
When writing a report about the benefits of drip irrigation, why might you need to include an expanded definition?
When writing a report about the benefits of drip irrigation, why might you need to include an expanded definition?
Which of the following is NOT a reason to use expanded definitions?
Which of the following is NOT a reason to use expanded definitions?
Which of the following is an example of a concept best suited for an expanded definition?
Which of the following is an example of a concept best suited for an expanded definition?
How do expanded definitions relate to technical terms like 'liabilities' in business?
How do expanded definitions relate to technical terms like 'liabilities' in business?
According to the guide, what is one key element to include in an expanded definition?
According to the guide, what is one key element to include in an expanded definition?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between formal and informal definitions?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between formal and informal definitions?
What can expanded definitions help prevent in academic or formal writing?
What can expanded definitions help prevent in academic or formal writing?
What is the significance of the 'Concept Digest' section?
What is the significance of the 'Concept Digest' section?
In the context of expanded definitions within writing, what does 'distinguishing the characteristics of a certain word' entail?
In the context of expanded definitions within writing, what does 'distinguishing the characteristics of a certain word' entail?
How do prehistoric times relate to the expanded definition of 'Mother Nature'?
How do prehistoric times relate to the expanded definition of 'Mother Nature'?
Flashcards
Expanded Definition
Expanded Definition
Goes deeper than a simple dictionary definition; includes analysis, illustration, extra facts, examples, and what it is not.
Formal Definition
Formal Definition
A definition consisting of the term, the class it belongs to, and its distinguishing characteristics.
Informal Definition
Informal Definition
Defines a term using synonyms or antonyms.
Expanded definition components
Expanded definition components
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Purpose of a Definition
Purpose of a Definition
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Formal definition parts
Formal definition parts
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Framework Questions for Definitions
Framework Questions for Definitions
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Study Notes
- Simulation models random events to match real-world outcomes.
Building a Model
- Component: The most basic event in a simulation.
- Trial: A sequence of events that are simulated.
- Response Variable: What is recorded about each trial.
Conducting a Simulation
- Identify the component and how to model its outcome.
- Explain how to simulate a trial, outlining all steps.
- State the response variable clearly.
- Run several trials.
- Analyze the response variable.
- State the conclusion in relation to the real-world question.
Random Numbers
- Must be random and independent.
Getting Random Numbers
- Table of Random Digits
- Random Number Generators
TI-84
- randInt(min, max, number of trials)
- randNorm(mean, standard deviation, number of trials)
Probability
- Definition: The long-run relative frequency of an event.
Formal Probability
- For any event A, the probability of A is between 0 and 1: $0 \leq P(A) \leq 1$.
- The probability of all possible outcomes is 1: $P(S) = 1$
- Complement Rule: The probability of an event not occurring is $P(A^c) = 1 - P(A)$.
- Addition Rule: For disjoint events A and B, $P(A \cup B) = P(A) + P(B)$.
- Multiplication Rule: For independent events A and B, $P(A \cap B) = P(A) \times P(B)$.
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