The measurement of the amount of signal in a channel compared to noise in a channel is:

A. threshold B. attenuation C. signal-to-noise ratio D. receptivity E. threshold ratio


C. signal-to-noise ratio

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According to trait theory, which of the following is NOT a typical characteristic of a leader?

a. male b. introvert c. attractive d. tall

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Ekman calls ________ "gymnasts of the mind" because of their surprising ability in

detecting microexpressions. A) Buddhists B) police officers C) women D) judges

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Most college students experience both excitement and nervousness in their classes at the beginning of the semester, but find that once they settle in, they become more comfortable

Unfortunately, they can also become bored and complacent. What dialectical tension applies to their situation? a. openness-closedness b. predictability-novelty c. comfort-excitement d. challenge-comfort

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In her speech on the game of darts, Maria says that most players follow rules that require competitors to "double on" and "double off." Your confusion about the meanings of those phrases is an example of _______

a. factual distraction b. semantic distraction c. psychological distraction d. physiological distraction

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