Terry Has Been Practicing Free-Throw Shots in the Backyard

question 39

Multiple Choice

Terry has been practicing free-throw shots in the backyard. Terry has the chance to shoot a half-court basket for a $10,000 prize at a professional basketball game. Research indicates that Terry is

• A) more likely to make the shot in front of a large crowd than in the backyard, because the added pressure increases the ability to filter out distractions.
• B) less likely to choke under the pressure than a professional athlete, because professionals have their job on the line.
• C) very likely to choke under pressure.
• D) less likely to make the shot if Terry is female.

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Definitions:

Correlational Study

A research method that examines the relationship between two or more variables to determine if a change in one is associated with a change in others.

Retrospective Study

A research design that looks back in time to analyze data from past records to investigate a particular outcome or phenomenon.

Prospective Study

A research design that follows participants forward in time to examine the relationship between specific exposures and outcomes.

Clinical Trial

A research design that tests the effects of medical treatment. Many clinical trials are randomized controlled trials that allow researchers to determine whether a new treatment is or is not effective.