If a Psychologist Describes a Research Result as Statistically Significant

question 82

Multiple Choice

If a psychologist describes a research result as statistically significant, what does he or she typically mean?

• A) The result is important.
• B) The result is large and dramatic.
• C) The result is unlikely to have occurred by chance.
• D) The result will likely revolutionize the field.

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Definitions:

Social Change

Any significant alteration over time in behavior patterns and cultural values and norms.

Community Psychologists

Professionals who study and work to improve the well-being of individuals within their communities, emphasizing ecological and systemic approaches.

Internet

A global network of interconnected computers and servers that enables instant communication, information sharing, and access to a vast array of resources.

Community

A group of people living in the same place or having a particular characteristic in common, often bound by a sense of unity or shared identity.