The Major Objective of Using the APA Format When Writing

question 15

Multiple Choice

The major objective of using the APA format when writing a research report is

• A) to prevent scientists from over-elaborating on their studies.
• B) to ensure that only other scientists can comprehend the material.
• C) to allow efficient presentation of the research methods and the data.
• D) to allow readers to focus on statistical analyses.

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Definitions:

Reinforcement

In operant conditioning, the process by which a behavior is followed by a desirable outcome increases the likelihood of a response.

Modeling

A method of learning that occurs through observing the behavior of others and the outcomes of those behaviors.

Overregularization Errors

Grammatical mistakes that children make because they apply grammatical rules too stringently to words that are exceptions.

Grammatical Sophistication

The extent to which an individual's use of language demonstrates complexity and accuracy in syntax and structure.