A Researcher Presented a Recent Study,which Showed a Statistical Significance

question 6

Multiple Choice

A researcher presented a recent study,which showed a statistical significance between increased consumption of sugar and increased tests scores in young children.How can she explain to the government minister responsible for education that increasing children's sugar consumption should not be encouraged?

• A)A significant result does not mean that the effect is important
• B)A significant result means that the effect is strong.
• C)A significant result means that the effect is not relevant.
• D)A significant result means that the effect is weak.

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Definitions:

Self-defeating

Refers to actions or policies that undermine their own goals or purposes.

Psychological Egoism

A theory suggesting that all human actions are motivated by self-interest, even in what seem to be acts of altruism.

Egotistical

Pertaining to or characterized by excessive self-absorption, often considering oneself superior to others.

Motives

The underlying reasons or incentives that drive a person to act in a particular way or pursue certain goals.