A Source of Bias That May Occur in Research Findings

question 47

Multiple Choice

A source of bias that may occur in research findings when participants are allowed to choose for themselves a certain treatment in a scientific study is called a _______.

• A)gender bias
• B)correlation
• C)selection factor
• D)sampling error

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Definitions:

Cash Dividends

Payments made by a corporation to its shareholder members. It is the share of profits distributed in the form of cash.

Direct Method

A way of preparing cash flow statements where actual cash inflows and outflows from operational activities are listed.

Selling Expenses

Costs incurred directly and indirectly in making sales, including commissions, advertising, and salaries of sales staff.

Administrative Expense

Overhead or general expenses related to the day-to-day running of a business but not directly tied to production.