If the Following Diagram Illustrates Mediation, What Does the Arrow

question 7

Multiple Choice

If the following diagram illustrates mediation, what does the arrow marked as c′ represent?

• A) The relationship between the predictor variable and the outcome variable following the introduction of the mediator variable
• B) The relationship between the predictor variable and the outcome variable before the introduction of the mediator variable
• C) The difference between the predictor variable and the outcome variable following the introduction of the mediator variable

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Definitions:

Occupation

A person's regular employment or profession, which is often used to identify one's role in society or the economy.

Work Arrangements

The terms and conditions under which work is performed, including aspects like scheduling, location (remote or on-site), and hours.

Outsources

The practice of hiring third-party companies or individuals to perform tasks, handle operations or provide services that are either difficult to manage or are outside the core business expertise.

Job Sharing

A plan whereby available work is spread among all workers in a group to reduce the extent of layoffs when production requirements cause a substantial decline in available work.