A Type 1 Error Occurs When

question 10

Multiple Choice

A Type 1 error occurs when

• A) we reject the null hypothesis when it is false.
• B) we retain the null hypothesis when it is false.
• C) we reject the null hypothesis when it is true.
• D) we retain the null hypothesis when it is true.

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Definitions:

Operant Conditioning

A method of learning that employs rewards and punishments for behavior, emphasizing the role of reinforcement in shaping behavior.

Reinforcer

In behavior psychology, any stimulus which strengthens or increases the probability of a specific response or behavior.

Observing Others

The act of watching the behaviors, actions, or reactions of individuals or groups to learn, analyze, or make inferences about them.

Unlearned Response

A natural, innate reaction to a stimulus that occurs without the need for prior experience or learning.