The Law of Large Numbers Maintains or Implies That

question 44

Multiple Choice

The law of large numbers maintains or implies that:

• A) larger random samples will be more representative than smaller samples.
• B) over the long run, very low and very high scores or values will often occur.
• C) a larger number of researchers is better than a smaller number.
• D) regression to the mean is not likely to occur with small samples.

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Definitions:

Protosigns

Primitive forms of sign language or gestural communication that may have been the precursors to spoken language in human evolution.

Crib Signs

Crib signs refer to visual or physical indicators, often in a baby's crib, that can signal various needs or states of well-being of the infant.

Idiosyncratic Signs

Unique or individual symbols, behaviors, or indicators that are characteristic of a particular person.

Overgeneralization

The cognitive bias involving the extension of conclusions or rules to broader contexts than is justified by the evidence, often seen in language acquisition and stereotyping.