If a Study Involves Comparing Two Means from a Between-Subjects

question 12

Multiple Choice

If a study involves comparing two means from a between-subjects design, the appropriate statistical test is ______.

• A) a one-sample t test
• B) an independent samples t test
• C) a paired/related samples t test
• D) an ANOVA

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Definitions:

Genetic Factors

Elements within genes that can influence traits, behaviors, and diseases in individuals.

Siblings

Brothers or sisters; individuals having one or both parents in common.

Social Situations

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Personality Traits

Enduring characteristics that describe an individual's behavior, such as introversion or extroversion.