Define Internal and External Validity and Explain Five Threats to Internal

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Essay

Define internal and external validity and explain five threats to internal validity and two threats to external validity.

Acknowledge the impact of maternal factors on fetal development and birth outcomes.

Comprehend the structural and functional basics of DNA and its role in heredity.

Explain common misconceptions related to genetics and prenatal development.

Understand the statutory requirements under the statute of frauds for different types of contracts.

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Definitions:

Psychokinesis

The claimed paranormal ability to move or manipulate objects with the mind without physical interaction.

Frontal Lobe

A region of the brain located at the front part of the cerebral cortex, responsible for voluntary movement, expressive language, and managing executive functions.

Hypnosis

A mental state of heightened suggestibility, induced by a clinical procedure known by a health professional, where individuals can experience altered awareness and focus.

Selective Attention

The focusing of conscious awareness on a particular stimulus while ignoring others, essential for processing vast amounts of information efficiently.