MrMarsh Discovers That the Measure of Association Is Zero in His

question 20

Multiple Choice

Mr.Marsh discovers that the measure of association is zero in his data relationship.What does this mean?

• A)He should stop the study right away and refuse to publish.
• B)It means that there is statistical independence.The variables do not covary.
• C)He has made a mistake in his data collection.
• D)It means that there is strong covariation.

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Definitions:

Negative Reinforcement

A behavior modification method that involves the removal of an unpleasant stimulus to increase the likelihood of a desired behavior.

Cumulative Record

A continuous record that shows the total number of times a response occurs in a given time period.

Steep Slope

A surface of which one end or side is at a much higher level than another, making an angle with the horizontal surface that is more pronounced.

Reinforcement Contingencies

Conditions in which the delivery of rewards or punishments are contingent upon a specific behavior, used to increase or decrease the likelihood of that behavior's occurrence.