An Independent-Samples T-Test Could Also Be Conducted by Converting the IV

question 36

True/False

An independent-samples t-test could also be conducted by converting the IV into 1's and 0's and conducting a regression analysis.

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Social Psychology

The examination of individuals' thoughts, emotions, and actions within societal settings through scientific methods.

Belief Perseverance

The tendency for people to hold on to their beliefs even in the face of contradictory evidence.

Cognitive Stickiness

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Cognitive Dissonance

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