Chambers Et Al

question 44

Multiple Choice

Chambers et al. (2004) used an eye movement study to compare where people would look when given instructions about eggs that were either in their shell or cracked in a container. This study suggested that _______ plays an important role in disambiguating spoken language, supporting the _______.

• A) frequency-based information; garden path theory
• B) frequency-based information; constraint-based approach
• C) context; garden path theory
• D) context; constraint-based approach

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Definitions:

Experimental

Pertaining to a method of inquiry involving controlled testing and observation to explore cause-and-effect relationships.

Meta-Analysis

A statistical technique for combining the results of many studies on a particular topic, even when the studies used different data collection methods.

Literature Review

A comprehensive summary of previous research on a topic, often used at the beginning of scholarly articles to contextualize the current study.

Replication

Replication involves repeating a study or experiment to verify its findings and ensure reliability.