When a Multivariate Statistical Technique Is Used to Give Meaning

question 62

Multiple Choice

When a multivariate statistical technique is used to give meaning to a set of variables, the researcher is studying:

• A) dependence.
• B) interdependence.
• C) causality.
• D) prediction.

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Definitions:

Random Selection

A method of sampling in which participants are chosen from a larger population entirely by chance, ensuring that every individual has an equal probability of being selected.

Random Assignment

Assignment of participants in an experiment to groups in such a way that each person has an equal chance of being placed in any group.

Convenience Sampling

A sampling method where participants are selected based on their availability and willingness to take part, rather than using random selection.

Dependent Variable

In an experiment, the condition that may or may not change as a result of changes in the independent variable.