Describe the "File Drawer Problem" and Explain Why Publishing Nonsignificant

question 29

Essay

Describe the "file drawer problem" and explain why publishing nonsignificant research findings may be beneficial for advancing psychological science about gender.

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Definitions:

State Banks

Financial institutions that are chartered by a state in the United States to provide banking services.

National Banks

Financial institutions that are chartered by the federal government and play a major role in the country's banking system.

Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC)

A United States government corporation providing deposit insurance to depositors in U.S. commercial banks and savings institutions.

Member Banks

Banks that are part of the Federal Reserve System and are regulated by the Federal Reserve Board.