Which of the Following Statements Is an Advantage of Statistical

question 107

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is an advantage of statistical designs?

• A) The effects of more than one independent variable can be measured.
• B) Economical designs can be formulated when each test unit is measured more than once.
• C) Specific extraneous variables can be statistically controlled.
• D) All of the statements are advantages.

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Definitions:

Four Ds

A guideline in psychology used to define abnormal behavior through four criteria: deviance, distress, dysfunction, and danger.

Distress

Extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain; a negative stress reaction that can be physical, emotional, or psychological.

Delusion

A strongly held mistaken belief that is maintained in the face of contradicting evidence, often occurring as part of various psychiatric conditions.

Deviance

Behaviors or actions that deviate from societal norms or expectations, which can be formal (breaking laws) or informal (violating social norms).