How Can a Researcher Make a Non-Parametric Test More Powerful

question 7

Multiple Choice

How can a researcher make a non-parametric test more powerful (less likely to miss a true relationship between variables) ?

• A) Use a more rigorous rejection level such as .01 or .005.
• B) Use a larger research sample.
• C) Select the rejection region only after the results of the test are known.
• D) all of the above

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Definitions:

Variable-Interval

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is rewarded after an unpredictable amount of time has passed.

Fixed-Interval

Pertaining to a schedule of reinforcement where the first response is rewarded only after a specified amount of time has elapsed.

Unpredictable

The inability to be foreseen or predicted due to variability or randomness in behavior or events.

Specified

Clearly stated, described, or defined in detail.