A Result Is Statistically Reliable If

question 11

Multiple Choice

A result is statistically reliable if

• A) the change observed in the independent variable is not due to chance factors.
• B) the change observed in the dependent variable would only rarely occur by chance.
• C) a repetition of the experiment yields the same result.
• D) inferential statistics are used to evaluate the outcome.

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Definitions:

Type A Behavior

A personality pattern characterized by high levels of competitiveness, impatience, aggressiveness, and a sense of urgency, potentially linked to heart disease risk.

Heart Attacks

A medical emergency where blood flow to the heart is suddenly blocked, causing damage to the heart muscle.

Ruminate

Ruminate involves deeply thinking or overthinking about something, especially problems or negative aspects, sometimes leading to mental health issues like depression.

Atherosclerosis

A disease characterized by the buildup of fats, cholesterol, and other substances in and on the artery walls, leading to restricted blood flow.