As Long as Our Sample Is Large Enough, It Will

question 29

Multiple Choice

As long as our sample is large enough, it will be the case that the average outcome for the treated group should have what distribution?

• A) Normal
• B) Skewed distribution
• C) T-distribution
• D) The same as the underlying population distribution

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Definitions:

Reinforcement

In behavioral psychology, a process by which a behavior becomes more likely to occur due to the consequence that follows it, can be positive or negative.

Favourable Consequences

Favourable consequences are positive outcomes or benefits that result from specific actions or behaviors, often serving as reinforcement.

B.F. Skinner

A prominent psychologist renowned for his work in behaviorism, particularly the development of operant conditioning.

Extinction

Gradual reduction and eventual disappearance of a conditioned response when the conditioned stimulus is no longer paired with the unconditioned stimulus.