Determine Whether the Given Description Corresponds to an Experiment or an Observational_

question 56

Multiple Choice

Determine whether the given description corresponds to an experiment or an observational_ study. A stock analyst selects a stock from a group of twenty for investment by choosing the
Stock with the greatest earnings per share reported for the last quarter.

• A)Experiment
• B)Observational study

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Definitions:

Meta-analysis

A statistical technique that combines the results of multiple scientific studies to derive a more precise estimate of the effect of an intervention or variable on a specific outcome.

Computer-mediated Therapy

A form of psychological therapy delivered through digital platforms, allowing for therapy sessions to occur via computers or mobile devices.

Control Condition

A standard against which experimental observations are evaluated, often representing the absence of an experimental treatment.

Anxiety

Sensations of fretfulness, tension, or disquiet, usually over an upcoming occurrence or one with an unpredictable conclusion.