As the Number of Degrees of Freedom for a T

question 59

Multiple Choice

As the number of degrees of freedom for a t distribution increases, the difference between the t distribution and the standard normal distribution

• A) becomes larger.
• B) becomes smaller.
• C) stays the same.
• D) fluctuates.

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Definitions:

Control Condition

In an experiment, a comparison condition in which participants are not exposed to the same treatment as in the experimental condition.

Independent Variable

The variable in an experiment that is manipulated by the researcher to examine its impact on the dependent variable.

Experimental Condition

In research, it refers to the specific environment or set of variables that participants are exposed to, allowing scientists to study the effects of these variables on behavior or performance.

Independent Variable

The variable in an experiment that is manipulated or changed by the researcher to observe its effect on the dependent variable.