Another Use of Correlation Coefficient Is to ______

question 60

Multiple Choice

Another use of correlation coefficient is to ______.

• A)test mean differences
• B)test causal relationships
• C)estimate reliability
• D)estimate power

Identify research design choices that might influence the external validity of a study.

Recognize the effect of pretesting on research findings and external validity.

Understand the implications of gender and age interactions on the generalizability of research findings.

Understand the challenges and limitations associated with using college students as research participants.

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Definitions:

Generation

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Conflict Theorist

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Hidden Curriculum

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