Which of the Following Best Summarizes Research Findings on State

question 86

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best summarizes research findings on state Supreme Court rulings?

• A) Female judges voted the same as male judges, but male judges voted differently when there was at least one female judge among their ranks.
• B) Female judges voted differently from male judges, and male judges voted differently when there was at least one female judge among their ranks.
• C) Female and male judges tended to vote the same way, but female judges were often intimidated by male judges into doing so.
• D) Male judges' votes seemed not be affected by the presence or absence of female judges among their ranks.

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Definitions:

Confound

To cause confusion or mix something up, making it difficult to distinguish separate elements.

Efficacy

The ability to produce a desired or intended result.

Self-Ratings

Individual assessments of their own abilities, characteristics, or feelings often used in psychological research or self-evaluation.

Outcome Studies

Research focused on understanding the results or outcomes of specific interventions, treatments, or actions.