The Primary Limitation of a Two-Group Design Is That It

question 23

Multiple Choice

The primary limitation of a two-group design is that it ____.

• A) is extremely difficult to interpret
• B) decreases the chances of demonstrating a significant mean difference
• C) tends to reduce the differences between the groups
• D) may not provide a complete picture of the relationship between the variables

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Definitions:

Lateral Geniculate Nucleus

A significant relay center in the thalamus for the visual pathway, receiving major inputs from the retina and sending outputs to the visual cortex.

Olfaction

The sense of smell, which is the detection and identification of chemicals in the air by the olfactory system.

Vision

The ability to interpret the surrounding environment by processing information contained in visible light.

Thalamus

A brain structure that acts as a relay station, processing and transmitting sensory information to various areas of the brain.