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How can a young couple make the first step onto the property ladder?

A young couple who wish to make the first step onto the property ladder should begin with making sure their credit reports are clear of anything negative or derogatory. While this is being done they should begin saving as much money for a down payment as possible. When the credit scores are good they should take their money and go to their local bank and apply for a loan.


What is the definition for magnitude scale?

A magnitude scale is simply a metric for quantifying the energy released in an earthquake and the amplitude of the waves the earthquake emits. The most well-known magnitude scale in America is the Richter scale, which is equated in base 10 (that is, an earthquake that scores 5.0 on the Richter scale will have an Amplitude ten times greater than that of an earthquake that scores a 4.0 on the Richter scale).


How many kilometers equal 1500 meter?

Please don't ask scores of questions about conversions for specific numbers. It is very easy to calculate. To convert kilometers to meters, multiply by 1000. To convert meters to kilometers, divide by 1000.


What is an empirical validation?

Empirical validity (also called statistical or predictive validity) describes how closely scores on a test correspond (correlate) with behaviour as measured in other contexts. Example: Students' scores on a test of academic aptitude, may be compared with their school grades (a commonly used criterion). Source: http://www.britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/186144/empirical-validity Hope that helped!! :) FJ


What is a central depository?

CRD. A computerized database with information on registered brokers. The CRD contains employment history, exam scores, licensing information, and disciplinary actions.

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Are bowling scores and golf scores positive or negative correlations?

Bowling scores would be a positive correlation because the higher the score, the better the game. Golf scores would be negative correlations because the higher the score, the worse you are playing.


What correllation is discovered when higher scores on one variable is associated with lower scores on another variable?

A negative correlation


What are the positive and negative in hockey for PIM?

You get a "+1" for being on the ice when your team scores and a "-1" when your on the ice when the opposing team scores


What will a repossession do to your credit report?

A repossession is a serious negative and will drop your scores.


What is a negative frequency distribution?

If most the population has many high scores, the distribution is negatively skewed. If most have many low scores, it is positively skewed


What is a weighted scoring model in project management?

A weight scoring model is a tool that provides a systematic process for selecting projects based on many criteria. 1. Identify criteria important to the project selection process 2. Assign weight (percentages) to each criterion so they add up to 100% 3. Assign scores to each criterion for each project 4. Multiply the scores by the weights and get the total weighted scores. The height the weighted score the better.


Are all standard scores z-scores in statistics?

Yes, although the z-scores associated with p-values of 0.01 and 0.05 have special significance, perhaps mostly for historical reasons, all possible z-scores from negative infinity to positive infinity have meaning in statistical theory and practice.


What are the 10 lowest winning scores in Jeopardy history?

Negative $2800 is the lowest winning score in Jeopardy history.


If achievement test scores go down as number of hours spent watching reality TV shows goes up you say that the relationship between test scores and reality TV viewing is?

Negative or inverse


How many point does credit score increase with each negative item removed?

There is no formula for a credit score. Once you do have the negative items removed the scores will start to improve, but no one can tell you by how much.


Will it have a negative effect on the report if an account has been closed by the credit grantor because the card has never been used?

It may. I have heard rumors that the statement "closed by credit grantor" is considered negative and has an impact on credit scores. "Closed by consumer" is considered a positive and does not impact scores. This is unconfirmed and certainly not in writing outside of the scoring companies.


How are integers used in the real world today?

Integers are any whole number, positive or negative, including 0. An example of integers used in the world would be sports game scores, as no one ever scores a fraction of a point.