Analysis of Covariance Is

question 96

Multiple Choice

Analysis of covariance is:

• A) A statistical technique that can be used to help equate groups on specific variables
• B) A statistical technique that can be used to control sequencing effects
• C) A statistical technique that substitutes for random assignment to groups
• D) Adjusts scores on the independent variable to control for extraneous variables

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Definitions:

Leaflets

Leaflets are the individual segments or units of a compound leaf, each resembling a small leaf but part of a larger structure.

Blade

(1) The thin, expanded part of a leaf. (2) The flat, leaflike structure of certain multicellular algae.

Palmately Netted

A leaf venation pattern where principal veins spread out from a single point like the fingers of a hand.

Pinnately Netted

Describes a leaf vein pattern where a main vein runs the length of the leaf and smaller veins branch off from the main vein to the leaf edges, resembling a feather.