List seven common errors that seriously hinder the interpretation of data.

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Answers will vary. Some of the common errors that seriously hinder the interpretation of data are as follows:a. Trying, consciously or unconsciously, to make results conform to a prediction or desireb. Hoping for spectacular resultsc. Attempting to compare when commonality is absentd. Assuming a cause-effect relationship when one does not existe. Failing to consider important factorsf. Basing a conclusion on lack of evidenceg. Assuming constancy of human behaviorREJ: Please see the section "Arriving at an Answer" for more information.

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A) problem definition assertions B) possible cause assertions C) reasonable doubts/reasonable assurances D) assumptions E) researcher assumptions

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What ownership structure is referred to as a connecting affiliation?  Describe briefly or illustrate with a diagram.

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A focus on serving internal customers is part of ________

A) total quality management (TQM) B) Six Sigma C) ISO 9000 D) ISO 14000 E) ISO 22000

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Customer waiting times for a call center are extremely long. Two possible explanations for this phenomenon are low ________ or low ________

Fill in the blanks with correct word

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