In the Research by Brendl, Chattopadhyay, Pelham, and Carvallo (2005)

question 29

Multiple Choice

In the research by Brendl, Chattopadhyay, Pelham, and Carvallo (2005) on preference for letters of one's own name, the participants drank two teas, one that contained letters of their own name and one that contained letters of another person's name. This systematic variation, which was created by the research, means that the research was which of the followingt?

• A) Observational research
• B) Correlational research
• C) Experimental research
• D) Applied research

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Definitions:

Strong Association

A term indicating a high level of correlation between two variables, suggesting that changes in one are closely linked to changes in the other.

Nonlinear

Referring to a relationship or equation that does not form a straight line when graphed, often indicating a more complex relationship between variables.

Negative

In mathematics, a negative number is a real number that is less than zero.

Strong

describes a high degree of intensity, validity, or force.