The Primary Limitation of a Two-Group Design Is That It

question 23

Multiple Choice

The primary limitation of a two-group design is that it ____.

• A) is extremely difficult to interpret
• B) decreases the chances of demonstrating a significant mean difference
• C) tends to reduce the differences between the groups
• D) may not provide a complete picture of the relationship between the variables

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Definitions:

Skinner Box

An experimental apparatus developed by B.F. Skinner for studying behavioral conditioning in animals, especially through rewards and punishments.

Emitted Behavior

Behavior that is spontaneously produced by an organism rather than being elicited by a known stimulus.

Continuous Reinforcement

A conditioning schedule where every correct response or desired behavior is followed by a reward, used to establish or strengthen behaviors.

Food-deprived Rats

A condition used in experiments where rats are not given food for a period of time to study the effects of hunger on behavior and physiology.