A Statistic That Quantifies the Relationship Between Two Interval/ratio Level

question 17

Multiple Choice

A statistic that quantifies the relationship between two interval/ratio level variables is ______.

• A) Eta squared
• B) Phi coefficient
• C) Pearson correlation coefficient
• D) Gamma

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Definitions:

Subjective Norm

The perceived social pressure to engage or not engage in a particular behavior, based on the individual's belief about what important others think they should do.

Belief Hypocrisy

The condition of holding beliefs that one's own behavior does not conform to, often leading to cognitive dissonance when recognized.

Cognitions

The mental processes involved in gaining knowledge and comprehension, including thinking, knowing, remembering, judging, and problem-solving.

Theory of Planned Behavior

An extension of the Theory of Reasoned Action, adding the aspect of perceived behavioral control to predict an individual's intention to engage in a behavior given the opportunity.