Which Source of Variability Does Not Require the Grand Mean

question 93

Multiple Choice

Which source of variability does not require the grand mean in its calculation?

• A) between-groups sum of squares
• B) within-groups sum of squares
• C) sum of squares for the interaction
• D) total sum of squares

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Definitions:

Displacement

Displacement is a defense mechanism where an individual shifts feelings from an undesirable situation or person to someone or something that is less threatening.

Regression

In psychology, a defense mechanism leading an individual to revert to an earlier stage of development in response to stress or conflict; in statistics, a method to determine the relationship between variables.

Projection

A defense mechanism where individuals attribute their unwanted feelings, impulses, or thoughts onto someone else.

Denial

A defense mechanism in which confrontation with a personal problem or with reality is avoided by denying the existence of the problem or reality.