The Statistical Decision Process Involves

question 6

Multiple Choice

The statistical decision process involves:

• A) a test of whether the independent variable caused differences between groups.
• B) a test of whether confound variables caused differences between groups.
• C) a test of the research hypothesis.
• D) a test of the null hypothesis.

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Definitions:

Muscular Relaxation

A technique used to reduce stress and anxiety by tensing and then slowly relaxing each muscle group in the body.

Learned Helplessness

A condition of passivity apparently created by exposure to inescapable aversive events. This condition inhibits or prevents learning in later situations in which escape or avoidance is possible.

Systematic Desensitization

A behavioral therapy technique used to reduce phobia or anxiety through gradual exposure to the feared object or situation while teaching relaxation strategies.

Rational-Emotive Therapy

A form of cognitive-behavioral therapy developed by Albert Ellis that focuses on identifying and changing irrational beliefs and attitudes.