In the Fixed Effects Model with Interaction, Assume That There

question 61

Multiple Choice

In the fixed effects model with interaction, assume that there are 4 levels of factor A, 3 levels of factor B, and 3 observations for each of the 12 combinations of levels of the two factors. Then, the number of degrees of freedom for the error sum of squares (SSE) is

• A) 36
• B) 35
• C) 24
• D) 10
• E) 9

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Definitions:

Reinforcement

A concept in behavioral psychology where a behavior becomes more likely to occur due to the consequence that follows it.

Operant Conditioning

A procedure in learning where the level of a particular behavior is tailored by means of encouragement or correction.

Voluntary Response

A behavioral or physical reaction that occurs as a result of a voluntary action in response to a stimulus.

Secondary Reinforcers

Stimuli that become reinforcing through their association with primary reinforcers; they do not satisfy biological needs but are learned, such as money or praise.