"After a long and costly two weeks, I have lots of data, that I don't know how to analyze. I don't know what constitutes good performance as opposed to bad performance," said Malcolm to his boss. His boss replied, "Malcolm, it sounds as if you failed to first establish a(n)________ by which to assess your data."
A)parameter
B)locus
C)measurement
D)standard
E)index

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A standard is a defined and widely accepted measure for evaluating performance or results. Malcolm's boss is suggesting that he should have established a standard prior to collecting data, so that he can use it as a benchmark for assessing performance.

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