In an Experimental Design

question 66

Multiple Choice

In an experimental design,

• A) the events and behaviors are divided into two types: independent and dependent variables.
• B) investigators are unable to control for participants' characteristics that could reduce the accuracy of their findings.
• C) researchers infer cause and effect by directly controlling or manipulating changes in the dependent variable.
• D) researchers gather information on individuals, generally in natural life circumstances, and make no effort to alter their experiences.

Recognize the concept of sex-plus discrimination and its implications in the workplace.

Understand the employer's responsibility in preventing and addressing harassment by nonemployees.

Comprehend the legal definitions and implications of quid pro quo harassment.

Understand the role of retaliation in the context of discrimination complaints and the protections against it.

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Definitions:

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