Suppose You Would Like to Follow Up the Spotlight on Research

question 93

Multiple Choice

Suppose you would like to follow up the Spotlight on Research laboratory study regarding the hormone oxytocin as a possible fidelity prescription. Your research mentor suggests that you modify the independent variable in some way. Which of the following proposals would NOT address your mentor's suggestion?

• A) Increase the oxytocin administered to participants.
• B) Change the time in which oxytocin is administered.
• C) Include a self-reported likelihood of future infidelity.
• D) Modify the flow of oxytocin from the nasal sprayer.

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Definitions:

Marginal Analysis

The comparison of marginal (“extra” or “additional”) benefits and marginal costs, usually for decision making.

Marginal Benefits

The uplift in utility or enjoyment gained through consuming or producing an added unit of a good or service.

Marginal Costs

The added cost incurred when one more unit of a good or service is produced.

Marginal Benefit

The additional pleasure or utility gained when one more unit of a good or service is consumed.