All of the Following Problems Are Associated with Matching in a Research

question 18

Multiple Choice

All of the following problems are associated with matching in a research design using subject variables except the notion that:

• A) it may be impossible to match the groups
• B) measures of some relevant matching variables may be difficult to take
• C) interactions among matched variables may occur
• D) regression artifacts can occur
• E) it typically increases the likelihood of confounding with the variable of interest

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Definitions:

Progressive Desensitization

A therapeutic method gradually exposing individuals to the things they fear in a controlled way to decrease their sensitivity.

Pragnanz

A principle from Gestalt psychology that suggests people will perceive and interpret ambiguous or complex images as the simplest form(s) possible.

False Alarm

An instance where a warning or signal is given for a danger or issue that does not actually exist.

Subliminal Perception

The process by which stimuli presented below the threshold of conscious awareness can influence thoughts, feelings, or actions, despite the individual being unaware of the stimuli.