If the Results of a Correlational Study Were Reported as R(48)

question 61

Multiple Choice

If the results of a correlational study were reported as r(48) = -.47, p < .05, then which of the following statements is true?

• A)robs is statistically significant at the .05 level.
• B)H0 was ρ = + or - .47.
• C)rcrit = + or - .47.
• D)H1 was ρ = 0.

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Definitions:

Rubrospinal Tract

A neural pathway in the central nervous system involved in the control of voluntary movements.

Vestibulospinal Tract

A neural pathway that sends information from the inner ear balance apparatus to the muscles involved in maintaining posture and balance.

Reticulospinal

Refers to a pathway within the central nervous system that originates in the reticular formation and influences voluntary movements and reflex activity.

Visual Association Area

A region of the brain that integrates visual information, processing colors, shapes, and motion to enable the perception of objects and scenes.