As a business person, in what ways may you find yourself involved with statistics?


You may find yourself involved with statistics in at least one of the following ways: (a) as a practitioner collecting, analyzing, and presenting findings based on statistical data, or (b) as a consumer of statistical claims and findings offered by others, some of whom may be either incompetent or unethical.

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The Integrity Helpline (Deloitte and Touche USA LLP) sets out a number of circumstances in which the hotline should be contacted by employees. Which is not one of them?

a. If you believe that ethics and compliance issues are not being resolved b. If you don’t feel comfortable reporting through normal channels c. If the IT systems break down d. If you wish to remain anonymous when filing a report

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The debate about the nature of the corporation was initially dominated by issues of:

a. Organization and management b. Ownership and control c. Plutocrats and proletarians d. All of the above

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When implementing a high-performance work system, allocating resources and empowering others would be part of which step?

A. Engage stakeholders B. Build a case for change C. Communication D. Evaluate/Sustain

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Assume that in December 2006, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) filed an administrative complaint against Marlin Firearms Co alleging that the company exceeded chromium emissions limits. The EPA proposed a $257,162 fine. Which statement is correct concerning the administrative agency adjudication?

A)A jury decides the matter. B)The Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure govern the admissibility of evidence. C)The losing party has a right to appeal. D)The parties are not represented by attorneys.

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