AQR Fall Final

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What is a Plurality candidate?

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A candidate who receives the most first place votes in an election, but not necessarily a majority of the votes.

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How do you calculate the slugging average in baseball?

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Slugging average = (H + 2B + 3B + HR) / AB. For Kris Bryant: (170 + 2*35 + 3*3 + 38) / 576 = 0.564.

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What is a Fermi estimate?

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A rough estimate made using known quantities and logical reasoning, often used to gauge large quantities.

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How do you determine the capacity of a space for standing individuals?

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Multiply the area of the space by the expected floor space occupied by one person. For a football field: Area = 360 ft * 160 ft = 57,600 sq ft; Capacity = 57,600 sq ft / 2.5 sq ft/person = 23,040 people.

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What is the Borda Count method?

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A voting method where voters rank candidates, and points are assigned based on the position in each voter's ranking.

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What is the formula for calculating area?

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Area = length × width.

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What is the significance of first place votes in elections?

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First place votes determine the leading candidate in plurality voting systems.

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What does it mean if a candidate wins by a majority?

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A candidate wins by receiving more than half of the total votes cast.

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What is the difference between a majority candidate and a plurality candidate?

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A majority candidate has more than 50% of the votes, while a plurality candidate has the most votes but less than 50%.

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How do you interpret statistical data in sports?

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Statistical data provides insights into player performance, such as batting averages, slugging percentages, and other metrics.