For an Animal to Respond to a Pheromone, It Must

question 63

Multiple Choice

For an animal to respond to a pheromone, it must:

• A) have a specific receptor.
• B) be able to see it coming.
• C) be able to smell it with its nose.
• D) have a thin epidermis or hair so it can penetrate.
• E) be of the opposite sex of the individual from which it was produced.

Discuss the concept and importance of random assignment in experimental designs.

Recognize the features and implications of within-subjects vs. between-subjects experimental designs.

Identify methods to mitigate weaknesses in posttest-only and pretest-posttest control group designs.

Understand the principles and guidelines for developing reliable and valid scale items.

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