A ____or ____is a way to measure a variable by calculating the average of several
questions, such as the Rosenberg Self Esteem Inventory.
a. Single questions
b. Scales or indexes
c. Associations
d. Indicators
B
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What is the median age of the following students?
A. 19
B. 20
C. 21
D. 21.5
Agency ABC submitted a grant request to start-up a new program for community service activities for juvenile offenders. Agency XYZ offers a similar service in the community and questioned the need for this seeming duplication. Agency ABC responded that clients should have a choice between providers. This example illustrates _____.
A. community-based planning B. agency turf C. purchase of service contracting D. social triage
Despite reports by researchers in healthcare and behavioral health on increases in the severity and complexity of client problems, paperwork, and caseloads, the availability of supervisory positions has ______________. Describe the factors contributing to this change?
a. Decreased – In the 1980s, hospital revenues were decreased due to Medicare capitated payments and managed care payment and delivery procedures. Hospital administrators responded to this challenge by merging with competitive institutions, creating multihospital healthcare systems, dividing functions among program teams, and decentralizing departments. Not infrequently, the consequence of these cost-saving measures was the elimination of social work directors, middle mangers, and supervisors. b. A lack of training in the management and leadership skills needed for successful succession planning as older leaders retire.
Which of the following does not help with clarity in scientific writing?
a. Use of precise word choice b. Use of metaphors and flowery language c. Making sure pronouns have clear antecedents d. Limiting the use of scientific jargon