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The Historical Accuracy of Ammianus Marcellinus, 2002.
Review of how Roman historian Ammianus Ammianus historical account of Roman emperors and Roman nobility.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 71.95
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The text provided by the Roman historian Ammianus Ammianus in the book Ammianus Marcellinus: The Late Roman Empire indicates that Ammianus was witness to the dubious functioning's of both Roman Emperors and the nobility of the period.
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Accuracy of Data Input, 2007.
A review and discussion regarding the accuracy of data input.
1,090 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 38.95
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This paper reviews and discusses the various methods of data input. The paper takes a look at the accuracy, convenience and quality of these methods of data input, focusing primarily on the accuracy of each.
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"When dealing with printed questionnaires, keyboard entry is the best choice for data input. Unlike handwriting, which most of the times is unclear and therefore severely affects the accuracy of data input, the keyboard method avoids uncertainty. Among this method's advantages, one of the most important is that most people are familiar with using keyboards and with the key's layouts, so there is no or little training required for using keyboards. Also, an optical mark recognizer can be used. Optical mark recognition is a fast and accurate data input method that basically refers to capturing data by contrast reflectivity at predetermined positions on a page. This data input method presents several advantages, like the wide range of application. It can be applied for community surveys, consumer surveys, tests and assessments, evaluations and feedback, data compilation, product evaluation, inventory counts, membership subscription forms, and other printed material. Also, the optical mark recognizer identifies rapidly the answers marked by users and calculates scores. However, this method has its disadvantages also: it is not suitable for large amounts of text, or some data can be lost in the scanning process. "
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Data Input Accuracy, 2005.
A look at why the accuracy of data input is important.
784 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 27.95
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This paper highlights the importance of ensuring that all data input to a system is error-free. The paper points out that, as the uses for data expand and as the amount of data input increases, the need for accuracy of input also increases. The paper then provides recommendations for optimal methods of data input for several different situations.
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"Computer systems, software, and applications are basically created to provide efficiency in accomplishing a task. If the data used by a system is inaccurate, what help and sense will a computer system provide to its users? Accuracy of data input is important because data is considered as the life of a successful system operation. Jack Olson has the following view on the importance of data. Such importance provides the reason why accuracy of data input is similarly important."
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Historical Accuracy of Films, 2004.
An analysis of what makes a quality historical movie.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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This paper analyzes what makes a quality historical movie. The analysis focuses on authenticity and accuracy, and the paper includes why it is difficult to render historical authenticity and accuracy in the case of particular personages and/or events.
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"The production of historical film requires a number of considerations in order to be considered a great historical film with respect to accuracy. From authenticity to avoiding inventions added for their own sake, producing a great historical film requires more than producing a merely successful narrative film. Films like "The Birth of a Nation" and "Gone with the Wind" may be considered great films about the Civil War but they are prevented from being considered great historical films because they are not historically accurate."
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Historical Accuracy in "Midway", 2008.
A film review of Jack Smight's "Midway".
1,045 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 36.95
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This paper introduces and analyzes the film "Midway" directed by Jack Smight. Specifically, it discusses the film and its depiction of the historical battle of Midway. The paper points out that "Midway" is a historical film that uses archival footage to make the action seem more realistic. The paper claims that the historical perspective of this film is overall very accurate, but that there are some lapses in truth. It argues that Hollywood melodrama makes some of the information in the film questionable at best. The paper concludes that, to watch the film for entertainment makes sense, but to base historical fact on the film will only disappoint and misinform the viewer.
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"The film shows how military choices and tactics led up to the battle, and how, for the first time, the battle was essentially fought from the air, with the two navies never actually seeing each other. For this reason, the battle is extremely historic, and that is one of the reasons the filmmakers chose to create the film. In addition, it seems in the 70s that there was considerable anti-war sentiment after the war in Vietnam and college unrest, and several WWII films were created during this time, such as "Tora, Tora, Tora!" (1970) which tells the story of the Pearl Harbor attacks from the Japanese point of view, and "Patton" (1970), which tells the story of the life of General George Patton. It seems that Hollywood was attempting to create more patriotism in America by reminding Americans of the great victories during World War II, and this film fits into that category quite nicely."
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Twenty Thousand Leagues of Accuracy, 2002.
A detailed discussion about Jules Verne's book "Twenty Thousand Leagues Under The Sea."
1,500 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 49.95
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In this analysis of "Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea" by Jules Verne, the writer of this paper takes the reader on an exploratory journey of the story itself and then works to compare the culture of the people on the submarine to actual cultures. The writer concludes with a discussion about the comparison.
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"Many times in literature the author will use the story to portray or convey some truth in fiction about the culture he is writing about. This was the case with Jules Verne's Twenty Thousand Leagues Under The Sea. In this book the author takes painstaking efforts to convey many details with extreme accuracy relating to the culture of life at sea and the findings that occur. Other aspects of the culture are not as easily defined because of the various nations that the shipmates come from. However, the culture of sea life is a culture that crosses all barriers and Verne does an excellent job of painting a mental picture for the reader about the culture that his characters lived in the story and would have lived had they been real."
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The Scholarly Accuracy of the Old Testament, 2002.
A discussion on the existence of God and whether the words of the bible are His.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper is an examination of the challenges facing those who are trying to prove the existence of God within the bible and the continued contention that the words of the bible are indeed those of God.
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Diversity, Accuracy and Free Speech, 2005.
This paper discusses reasons why centralized and increased control of the media harms audiences.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 7 sources, $ 53.95
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This 6-page undergraduate paper considers the debate concerning whether increased centralized control of the media should be implemented. Reviewing the key issues of the debate from seven sources, this paper finds that increased control of the media is currently occurring thanks to government and military pressures and thanks to ownership that places the control of most media outlets into the hands of a few large media corporations. This paper further finds that this increased control is harmful, as it results in less reliable and diverse media coverage and less dissemination of information.
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"As a result of the events of 11 September 2001 and the increased rise of multimedia and computer media, some have called for increased centralized and consolidated control of the media in this country. They argue that increased consolidated control - through consolidated, centralized ownership and through external controls would create a media that is more safe and effective. Through consolidated and centralized media control, it is argued, a few large companies would control media outlets. The amount of media control these companies would have, would allow them to disseminate information more quickly through all media channels. Offensive and harmful content would be controlled more effectively and, it is claimed, media would be more accessible since larger media companies would be able to afford to give audiences more information at reduced prices."
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"Titanic", 2005.
Examines the search for historical accuracy in James Cameron's movie, "Titanic".
1,272 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 43.95
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Complete historical accuracy is often difficult to achieve. That is why most works of literature and movies about historical occurrences take some degree of fiction for granted and try to work and provide the best and most historically agreed-upon viewpoint possible. This search for historical accuracy in movies and works of literature about events in history is also shown in Cameron's 1997 movie, "Titanic," which uses the fiction of a love story between the film's lead characters, Jack and Rose, and sets this fictional love story during an historical occurrence, the sinking of the Titanic ocean-liner, the supposedly unsinkable ship. This report examines the movie in reference to historical material to gauge its accuracy and also looks at what might be considered to be the movie's overriding purpose. The viewpoint of the movie is also analyzed before the report concludes.
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"One can see by looking at this movie in terms of actual history, therefore, that the movie has its own fictional plot that is transported or grafted onto an historical event. The director plays up historical accuracy and detail in reference to the event, but not to the main characters. Although some of the people in first class with whom Jack and Rose interact are based on real historical characters who were on board, these people are not the focus of the movie's plot direction. In terms of plot as well as character, the movie shows a mix of history and fiction, but the director does their best to stay true to the actual events of the sinking chronologically."
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Multislice CT Angiography, 2008.
This paper examines the diagnostic accuracy of multislice angiography in the diagnosis of vascular disease compared to conventional angiography.
1,934 words (approx. 7.7 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 61.95
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The paper explains that multislice CT angiography is a potentially useful and cost-effective, non-invasive diagnostic modality. The paper discusses multislice angiography's diagnostic accuracy in different diseases, including cerebral vascular disease, aneurysms, pulmonary embolism, coronary artery disease and peripheral vascular disease. The paper also points out that multislice CT angiography's technology is quickly outpacing the conventional angiography. The paper notes, however, that some surgeons still prefer the time-tested angiography in spite of its invasive nature, discomfort to the patient and potential risk for hemorrhage.
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Introduction
Diagnostic Accuracy in Different Diseases
Future Developments of Multislice CT Angiography
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"Conventional angiography is considered as the golden standard technique in vascular imaging. Its main attributes include real-time visualization of target vessels, which makes it ideal not only for direct visualization of the vasculature of any accessible organ, but also for conducting therapeutic procedures. This provides angiography procedures with the distinct advantage of being able to diagnose and treat vascular diseases with one procedure. This comes at a cost. Another main attribute of angiography is its invasive nature. Most procedures involve gaining vascular access through the femoral artery, which presents as a potential problem post-procedure. While local pressure and close post-procedure monitoring can prevent life-threatening hemorrhaging, subjecting patients to seemingly unnecessary invasive procedures has prompted the development of other imaging modalities to match the real-time precision of angiographic imaging as well as remain non-invasive."
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Eusebius, 2006.
Examines the accuracy of Eusebius' accounts of church history.
1,438 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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Church history is a riveting topic that has been debated for centuries. There has been a great deal of discussion concerning the accuracy of certain accounts and their validity. Among the most controversial accounts of church history is that of Eusebius. This paper analyzes whether Eusebius's account of the history of the church is reliable or not.
Paper Outline:
Introduction
Eusebius and Church History
Accuracy of Eusebius' Accounts
Issues that Lead some to Believe that his Accounts were Inaccurate
Conclusion
Works Cited
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"The other designation was derived from the fact that Eusebius was a friend of Pamphilus, who was a martyr and a presbyter of Caesarea (Schaff and Wace). Most historians believe that Eusebius was well educated in the areas of biblical science, theological science, and secular philosophy (Schaff and Wace). Historians also believe that his methods of study were greatly influenced by his instructors. One such instructor was Pamphilus who in all probability encouraged a young Eusebius to read the works of many great philosophers."
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Criminal Profiling, 2008.
A study proposal to measure the accuracy and validity of criminal profiling with a focus on serial killers.
4,499 words (approx. 18.0 pages), 14 sources, APA, $ 117.95
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Criminal profiling was established on the basis that an individual commits every action with some form of motivation, and therefore the perpetrator must leave some form of psychological evidence at the scene of a crime. This paper proposes a study to measure the accuracy and validity of serial killer profiles formulated by professional criminal profilers. The study includes ten profilers and involves sending out case facts and evidence from a previous serial killer case and a questionnaire to identify characteristics of the unknown serial killer from the facts and evidence given.
Outline:
Introduction
Background
Problem Statement
Purpose of Study
Hypothesis
Operationalization
Significance of Study
Literature Review
Introduction
Synthesis of the Literature
Conclusion
Analysis
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"Criminal profiling was established on the basis that an individual commits every action with some form of motivation, and therefore the perpetrator must leave some form of psychological evidence at the scene of the crime. Profilers can then use this evidence to help form a psychological profile. Usually, investigators begin with many suspects in their case. Thus, they are turning to criminal profiling to help narrow their lists. Criminal profiling is able to help narrow the hunt by formulating a type of person for investigators to be looking for that is responsible for the crime committed from the psychological evidence gathered (Brandl, 2002). Criminal profiling is being used more and more, especially for the more violent crimes such as homicide and rape. It has become a vital tool used by federal and local law enforcement authorities to apprehend these violent criminals."
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Fitzgerald's Portrayal of the 1920s, 2003.
An analysis of F.Scott Fitzgerald's historical accuracy in the novel "The Great Gatsby".
1,133 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 39.95
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This paper discusses whether F. Scott Fitzgerald is found to be accurate in his fictional portrayal of prohibition, gangsters, the American Dream and new women of the 1920s. By examining various aspects in the novel, this paper compares the reality of the 1920's, to the way it is described in "The Great Gatsby" and examines its accuracy.
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"F. Scott Fitzgerald was accurate in his portrayal of the aristocratic flamboyancy and indifference of the 1920s. In his novel, The Great Gatsby, Fitzgerald explores many aspects of indifference and flamboyancy. A large influence on this society was the pursuit of the American Dream. Gangsters played a heavily influential role in the new money aristocracy of the 1920s. The indifference was mainly due to the advent of Prohibition in 1920. One major societal revolution in this period was that of the ?new women,? who expressed new actions and beliefs. In The Great Gatsby, Fitzgerald accurately portrayed his characters Nick Carraway, Daisy and Tom Buchanan, and the novel?s eponym, Jay Gatsby, as a part of the society of the 1920s."
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Land Cover Types, 1999.
Examines background, methodology and accuracy of remote (satellite) sensing and identifying of land cover for ecological and commercial purposes.
2,475 words (approx. 9.9 pages), 33 sources, $ 87.95
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Examines background, methodology and accuracy of remote (satellite) sensing and identifying of land cover for ecological and commercial purposes. Includes table and illustrations.
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"Methodologies Used in Identifying Land Cover Types
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This paper reviews background, methodology, and accuracy, regarding remote sensing and identifying land cover types. Rational is discussed regarding the use of remote sensing apparatus, multi spectral imaging, supervised and unsupervised techniques. The origins of GIS are discussed. Key methods, (supervised and unsupervised), are defined. Comparisons between digital and visual classifications are made. Spectral mixture analysis and supervised classification geometric correction are discussed. The superiority of visual classification is stated."
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Mothers? Memories, 2002.
Analyzes the article "Accuracy of Mothers' Memories of Conversations with their Preschool Children" (Bruck, Ceci and Francoeur).
1,075 words (approx. 4.3 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 37.95
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This paper discusses the research, methodology used and implications of the article "Accuracy of Mothers' Memories of Conversations with their Preschool Children", by M. Bruck, S.J, Ceci and E. Francoeur, which appeared in the March 1999 issue of "Journal of Experimental Psychology". The paper shows that the research examined how, whether and to what extent mothers could remember conversations with their small children and suggested implications for forensic uses by adults of childhood reports.
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"Dependent variables for transcript recognition had to do with (1) the accuracy of mothers' identification or "detection" of each of the independent variables in a transcript, plus (1a) identification of whether surface-structure change was of speaker attribution or of switching of spontaneous and prompted response; and (2) accuracy of mothers' corrections of independent variables identified as inaccurate, plus (2a) accuracy of mothers' changes of speaker attribution and/or whether a response had been spontaneous or prompted."
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