Questions About the Generalizability of Findings Are More Likely to Be

question 68

True/False

Questions about the generalizability of findings are more likely to be raised about explanatory studies using college students than on descriptive studies using college students.

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Definitions:

Factor Analysis

A statistical method used to identify underlying variables, or factors, that explain the pattern of correlations among multiple observed variables.

Common Factors

Elements that are typically found in successful outcomes across different therapies, suggesting they contribute to change regardless of specific treatment modalities.

Ashton and Lee

Psychologists Michael Ashton and Kibeom Lee, known for their work in personality traits, including the HEXACO model of personality structure.

Neuroticism

A characteristic of personality defined by feelings of anxiety, sadness, concern, envy, frustration, jealousy, and isolation.