An Instructor Hypothesizes an Inverse Relationship Between Using Laptop Computers

question 93

Multiple Choice

An instructor hypothesizes an inverse relationship between using laptop computers in class and paying attention in class. Which of the following supports her research hypothesis?

• A) r(30) = .38, p < .05
• B) r(30) = .28, p > .05
• C) r(30) = -.38, p < .05
• D) r(30) = -.28, p > .05

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Definitions:

Treatment

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Confounding Variable

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