Handling a Nonsignificant Outcome If Jennifer's Results Come Close to Reaching

question 26

Multiple Choice

Handling a Nonsignificant Outcome If Jennifer's results come close to reaching statistical significance, she should

• A)be cautious in drawing any conclusions.
• B)discuss the findings as though they would reach significance if she had run more subjects.
• C)perform an a priori test.
• D)raise the alpha level.

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Definitions:

Total Product

The total output of goods or services produced by a firm or industry within a specified period.

Negative Marginal Returns

A situation where adding an additional factor of production results in lower output per unit.

Fixed Input

Inputs that remain constant for a period of time and do not change with the level of output.

Total Variable Cost

The sum of expenses that vary directly with the level of production, such as raw materials and direct labor.