What Core Aspect of the Scientific Method Was Used to Discount

question 5

Multiple Choice

What core aspect of the scientific method was used to discount Bem's (2011) claims that he had found scientific proof of precognition?

• A)The results were not replicable.
• B)There were experimenter effects.
• C)Participants picked up on demand characteristics.
• D)Ad hoc hypotheses and non-falsifiable claims

Determine the appropriate decision based on the t-statistic and alpha level.

Identify the conditions under which specific statistical values (t-statistic, critical values) can be negative.

Know how to report and interpret the results of a z-test.

Understand how to calculate and interpret critical values for hypothesis testing.

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