Which of the Following Is a True Statement About Determining

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a true statement about determining sample size in a study?

• A) The probability that the sample is representative of the target population increases with the increase in sample size.
• B) Rules of thumb about sample sizes are highly accurate and help researchers decide the sample size.
• C) As the number of participants in an experiment increases, the researchers are better able to detect the effect.
• D) The effect size must be stipulated after the sample size is stipulated.

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Definitions:

Preventing Future Harm

Strategies or actions taken to avoid potential injuries or damages before they occur.

Contributory Negligence

A legal doctrine that reduces the amount of damages a plaintiff can recover in a negligence-based claim, based upon the degree to which the plaintiff's own negligence contributed to the injury.

Assumed Risk

A principle that a person may voluntarily undertake or accept a risk inherent to an activity, thus absolving others from liability for any injury resulting from that risk.

Last Clear Chance

is a doctrine in tort law that allows a plaintiff to recover damages despite proof of contributory negligence if the defendant had the last opportunity to avoid the accident.