Which of the Following Problems Is Not Primarily Solved by Random

question 130

Multiple Choice

Which of the following problems is not primarily solved by random assignment to a condition?

• A)the third variable problem
• B)the causal sequence problem
• C)the fact that participants might differ in their level of the dependent variable prior to the study
• D)the fact that random factors experienced by different participants the day of the study might contribute to their scores on the dependent variable

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Definitions:

Atomic Number

Number of protons within the nucleus of an atom.

Outermost Shell

The last or furthest energy level of an atom where electrons can be found, significant in determining an element's chemical properties.

Atomic Mass

Average of atom mass units for all the isotopes of an atom.

Ionic Compound

A chemical compound composed of ions held together by ionic bonds, typically formed between metal and non-metal elements.