A Matched-Groups Design May Be Used to Equate Different Groups

question 72

True/False

A matched-groups design may be used to equate different groups of participants on certain variables.

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Definitions:

Want

A desire for something that is not necessarily needed but is desired for personal satisfaction or fulfillment.

Drive Theory

A psychological theory suggesting that motivation is driven by an organism's need to fulfill physiological needs in order to maintain homeostasis.

Gratification

The pleasure, satisfaction, or relief felt when a need, desire, or expectation is fulfilled.

Approach-Approach Conflict

A psychological situation involving the choice between two attractive goals or outcomes, leading to a state of indecision.