A Teacher Wants to See If There Are Any Differences

question 43

Multiple Choice

A teacher wants to see if there are any differences in the test scores of students who take her exam on the computer and those who take her exam the traditional paper and pencil way. Students with an odd digit at the end of their student ID number are required to take her midterm exam on the computer and those with an even digit are required to take a paper and pencil exam. Her study has a _____ sample with _____.

• A) random / random assignment
• B) convenience / random assignment
• C) convenience / nonrandom assignment
• D) random / nonrandom

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Definitions:

Deviance

refers to behaviors or actions that violate societal norms and expectations, which can range from minor breaches to major offenses.

Conflict Theory

A sociological perspective that views social life as a competition and conflict between groups for limited resources.

Deviance

Behaviors or actions that violate societal norms, and which may attract social disapproval or sanction.

Power

The power to control or shape the actions of others and steer the direction of events.