Individual Difference Variables That Are Expected to Vary Over a Period

question 17

Multiple Choice

Individual difference variables that are expected to vary over a period of time are called ________, while variables that are not expected to vary over time are called _________.

• A) measured variables; conceptual variables
• B) states; traits
• C) moving variables; stable variables
• D) traits; states

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Definitions:

Peer Pressure

The social influence exerted by one's peers to make someone behave in a certain way or adopt certain beliefs.

Multicultural Factors

Elements that take into account the diverse cultural backgrounds of individuals or populations, influencing behaviors, values, practices, and attitudes.

Clinical Researcher

A professional who conducts experiments, trials, and analyses to improve understanding of diseases and develop better treatments, drugs, and interventions in healthcare.

Treatment Protocols

Standardized plans or guidelines designed to treat specific medical or psychological conditions, often involving step-by-step treatment procedures.