Sum of Squares Is Related to Variance in That Variance

question 33

Multiple Choice

Sum of squares is related to variance in that variance is ______.

• A) sum of squares divided by the number of subjects
• B) sum of squares divided by degrees of freedom
• C) the median sum of squares
• D) none of these

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Definitions:

Spontaneous Recovery

The reappearance of a previously extinguished response after a period of non-exposure to the conditioned stimulus.

Negative Reinforcement

A process in behaviorism where the removal of an undesirable or unpleasant stimulus strengthens or increases the probability of a response.

Generalization

The process by which the brain applies past experiences to new situations, recognizing patterns.

Spontaneous Recovery

The reappearance of a learned response after its apparent extinction, often occurring suddenly in response to the original conditioning stimulus.