In a Factorial Study, What Is a Main Effect

question 24

Multiple Choice

In a factorial study, what is a main effect?

• A)it refers to any statistically significant finding in the study
• B)it refers to any statistically significant difference between the levels of a single
• C)it occurs when the effect of one variable depends on the level of the other variable
• D)it is any result that is significant at the .01 rather than the .05 level

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Definitions:

Repeated

Occurring or done again and again, often to achieve a particular effect or to reinforce a concept or skill.

Social Cognition

The process of understanding how people think about themselves and others, including how they interpret, analyze, remember, and use information about the social world.

Social Psychology

The scientific study of how people's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are influenced by the actual, imagined, or implied presence of others.

Cognitive Processes

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