It Is Determined That a Positive Linear Association Exists Between

question 54

Multiple Choice

It is determined that a positive linear association exists between amount of a new smokingcessation drug taken (in milliliters) and weight gain in women (in pounds) . The scatterplot belowshows the association. The prediction equation is also given. A pharmacy technician uses the modelto predict the potential weight gain for a man who takes the recommended dosage. Choose the beststatement to summarize why this is not an appropriate use for the model.

• A) This is an inappropriate use of the model because taking the smoking cessation drug does not cause weight gain. Correlation does not mean causation.
• B) This is an inappropriate use of the model because a man would be an outlier in this context.
• C) This is an inappropriate use of the model because the model was used to make predictions beyond the scope of the data. The Pharmecy Technician is extrapolating.

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Definitions:

Erikson

A developmental psychologist named Erik Erikson known for his theory on the psychosocial development of humans through eight stages from infancy to late adulthood.

Classical Conditioning

A learning process that occurs when two stimuli are repeatedly paired; a response that is at first elicited by the second stimulus is eventually elicited by the first stimulus alone.

Behaviorist Perspective

A theory in psychology that focuses on observing and controlling behavior, emphasizing the effects of external stimuli on observable behaviors and discounting thoughts and feelings.

Reinforcement

In psychology, a process by which a behavior is strengthened or increased in frequency by the outcome that follows it.