10 Questions
What does the alternative hypothesis state?
It is typically the hypothesis researchers are trying to support
What is the purpose of a control group in an experiment?
To be used as a comparison to evaluate the effects of the independent variable
What does a confidence interval represent?
A range of values within which the true population parameter is estimated to lie with a certain level of confidence
What is a confounding variable in a research study?
Variables that may influence or confound the relationship between the independent and dependent variables
What does correlation measure?
The strength and direction of the relationship between variables
What is a case study in research methodology?
A method focusing on in-depth investigation and analysis of a single individual, group, or phenomenon
What are data analysis techniques used for?
To analyze and interpret collected data
What is the range for correlation coefficient values?
-1 to +1
What is a perfect negative correlation?
-1
What is thematic analysis used for?
To gain a comprehensive understanding of characteristics, context, and dynamics
Test your knowledge on research methods terminology including alternative hypothesis, case study, and confounding variables. Explore key concepts used in research studies and experiments.
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