A Researcher Is Interested in Knowing Whether or Not a Revolutionary

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Essay

A researcher is interested in knowing whether or not a revolutionary dynamic strength-training program aids in developing general flexibility beyond standard daily flexibility exercises alone for individuals above 65 years of age living in Edmonton. She has hypothesized that this effect might be different for males and females because of the specific exercises that are used in the dynamic strength-training program. Describe a study design that would best enable her to answer her research question. This description should include participant selection and data analysis, as well as the specific design strategy.

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Definitions:

Orbitofrontal Cortex

The part of the frontal lobe involved in decision making and processing of reward-related stimuli.

Hypothalamus

A small region at the base of the brain responsible for hormone production, regulation of body temperature, hunger, thirst, and circadian rhythms.

Curt Richter

An American psychologist known for his work in biological rhythms and the study of homeostasis in animals.

Suprachiasmatic Nucleus

A tiny region of the brain in the hypothalamus responsible for controlling circadian rhythms.