with academic outcomes and that fit has also been associated to particular academic outcomes, it would be reasonable to question how the two variables may impact on academic achievement when taking the other into consideration. Personality. Barrik and Mounts’ (1991) study is a consistent reference point in current personality based literature. Using a sample of 162 studies, they conducted a meta-analysis on the Big Five Factors and job performance, generating an extensive amount of interest and
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RESEARCH REPORT: Title: An investigation into the adoption of Digital Terrestrial Television in Gauteng A project report submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science (MTM) In the GRADUATE SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT, FACULTY OF ENGINEERING, BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, UNIVERSITY OF PRETORIA 09 April 2012 Table of Contents Contents RESEARCH REPORT: 0 Title: An investigation
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DEPARTMENT OF SOCIOLOGY MA (Sociology) MA (Social and behavioural studies in HIV-AIDS) (Delete the one that is not applicable) A RESEARCH PROPOSAL BY: Full names: Student no: Postal address: TITLE: (See notes on page 4) Telephone number: E-mail: Date of submission: SUPERVISORS: (Fill out the details above) I declare that the work I am submitting for assessment contains no section copied in whole or in part from any other source unless explicitly identified in quotation
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Capital Asset Pricing Model: The Indian Context R Vaidyanathan T he Capital Asset Pricing model is based on two parameter portfolio analysis model developed by Markowitz (1952). This model was simultaneously and independently developed by John Lintner (1965), Jan Mossin (1966) and William Sharpe (1964). In equation form the model can be expressed as follows: E (Ri) = Rf + (i [E(rm) – Rf] = Rf +(im / (m (E(Rm) – Rf / (m) Where E(Ri)
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concluded that heart rate and blood pressure increased nearly 18%, when air pressure was changed. (Turner, Brandon E. et al. 2015). We are testing the fluctuations within heart rate and blood pressure in accordance to watching a short scary video. The hypothesis we are testing is that blood pressure and heart rate will change after watching a scary video. The null hypothesis is that no change in heart rate and blood pressure will occur. The results of this experiment are significant in relation to why hearts
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survey questions (e.g., health locus of control)( Polit and Beck,2008). Controlled Variable A variable that remains unchanged or held constant in a research analysis (About.com, n.d.). Correlation Degree and type of relationship between any two or more variables in which they vary together over a period and how well can one factor predict another (Polit and Beck, 2008). Critiquing It is a research that involves a careful, complete examination of a study to judge its strengths, weaknesses, logical
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Sound Intensity and Sleep Deprivation: A two-sample examination of reaction time in an uncontrolled environment Shane Afsar CU Boulder, Fall 2006 Do sound intensities and the amount of sleep an individual obtained affect his or her reaction time? Studies released to the media often report that sleep deprivation adversely affects reaction time – a fact most recognized in the numerous reports which state that driving in a sluggish state decreases an individual’s ability to respond to stimuli
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while for the qualitative research study is the subjective content validity. Verifying data in this study took two forms: one was the qualitative verification and the other was the quantitative data accuracy verification. Qualitative data accuracy verification was done by mainly cross-checking this research against previous research. This was a tedious process, but it makes this research more accurate and valuable. It was broadly based on estimates and conclusions formed by previous writers, and identify
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[pic] THE INDIAN INSTITUTE OF PLANNING & MANAGEMENT NEW DELHI THESIS SYNOPSIS SUBMITTED TO: Prof. Sumanta Sharma DETAILS OF THE STUDENT: |Name |: |Shikhir Handa | |Batch |: |pgp/ss/2008-10 | |Specialization |: |Marketing & Finance
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>20 | 5 | 20 > 40 | 18 | 40 > 60 | 30 | 60 >80 | 20 | 80 > 100 | 4 | Total | 77 | 1 (a) Chart 1: Histogram of the Managerial Statistics marks obtained (b) Percentage Achieved | No of students | Less Cumulative | More cumulative | 0 >20 | 5 | 5 | 77 | 20 > 40 | 18 | 235 | 72 | 40 > 60 | 30 | 53 | 54 | 60 >80 | 20 | 73 | 24 | 80 > 100 | 4 | 77 | 4 | Total | 77 | | | (c) Percentage Achieved | No of students (f) | Mid (x) | fx
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