Statistics: Sample Size, Normality, Experimental vs Non-Experimental Research
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In experimental research, which variable is manipulated by the experimenter?

  • Extraneous variable
  • Nuisance variable
  • Dependent variable
  • Independent variable (correct)
  • What is the purpose of conducting Shapiro-Wilk test for normality?

  • To determine the sample size adequacy
  • To control for extraneous variables
  • To test causal relationships
  • To check the distribution of a small sample (correct)
  • Which type of sampling method involves selecting individuals who are nearby and willing to participate?

  • Stratified sampling
  • Convenience sampling (correct)
  • Systematic sampling
  • Random sampling
  • What is the purpose of operational definition in research?

    <p>To clearly define how a variable will be measured or manipulated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of measures of central tendency in a distribution of scores?

    <p>To summarize or represent the center of the data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In experimental research, how are means and standard deviations typically used?

    <p>To compare differences between groups with manipulated independent variables</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which error occurs when researchers fail to identify a real effect in the population due to setting the significance threshold too low?

    <p>Type II error</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an essential difference in data analysis between experimental and non-experimental research?

    <p>Experimental research compares differences between groups with manipulated independent variables</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the correlation coefficient describe?

    <p>The strength and direction of the relationship between two variables</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of inferential statistics?

    <p>To determine if research findings are statistically significant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a Type I error?

    <p>A false positive conclusion due to random chance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do scientists avoid using the term 'prove' when discussing theories?

    <p>To prevent making Type I errors in their conclusions</p> Signup and view all the answers

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