A Big Assumption in Cross-Cultural Comparisons Is That Both Samples

question 2

Multiple Choice

A big assumption in cross-cultural comparisons is that both samples of parents in the study are assumed to be ______ of that culture.

• A) independent
• B) dependent
• C) representative
• D) unaware

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Definitions:

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