Which of the Following Does NOT Increase Statistical Power

question 108

Multiple Choice

Which of the following does NOT increase statistical power?

• A) increasing alpha
• B) using a one-tailed hypothesis
• C) decreasing sample size
• D) exaggerating differences between levels of the independent variable

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Definitions:

Differential Reinforcement

A process of reinforcing specific behaviors while withholding reinforcement for other, less desirable behaviors.

DRL

Differential Reinforcement of Low Rates, a behavioral technique used to decrease the frequency of a behavior but not necessarily eliminate it.

Differential Reinforcement

A technique in behavior analysis and modification that reinforces specific behaviors while withholding reinforcement for other behaviors.

DRL

Differential Reinforcement of Low Rates, a behavior modification technique aimed at reducing undesirable behaviors by rewarding lower frequencies of those behaviors.