Arif Is Conducting an Investigation of the Effect of a Word's

question 171

Multiple Choice

Arif is conducting an investigation of the effect of a word's length on the time it takes to recognize it. Brandy is examining the extent to which several broad personality traits are related. Which of the following alternatives best describes the type of research each of these individuals in conducting?

• A)Both Arif and Brandy are conducting basic research.
• B)Both Arif and Brandy are conducting applied research.
• C)Arif is conducting basic research.Brandy is conducting applied research.
• D)Arif is conducting applied research.Brandy is conducting basic research.

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Definitions:

Amniocentesis

A medical procedure used in prenatal diagnosis to sample a small amount of amniotic fluid for testing.

Amniotic Fluid

The fluid within the amniotic sac that surrounds the embryo or fetus.

Uterus

A female reproductive organ where a fertilized egg can develop into a fetus.

Preterm Births

Births that occur before the 37th week of pregnancy, often resulting in health risks for the baby.