How Should a Research Consumer Evaluate the Following Statement in a Research

question 16

Multiple Choice

How should a research consumer evaluate the following statement in a research report? "A positive correlation was found between the variables of self-reported sleep adequacy and performance on the driving simulator (r = 0.21) ,although the correlation did not reach statistical significance."

• A) No relationship exists between the two variables.
• B) The hypothesis was supported by the data presented.
• C) The hypothesis was not supported by the data presented.
• D) The relationship between the variables is too weak to have practical application.

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Definitions:

Syllogism Validity

The quality of a syllogism (a form of reasoning in which a conclusion is drawn from two given or assumed propositions) being logically correct and sound in structure, ensuring the conclusion follows from the premises.

Venn Diagram

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Syllogism Validity

A measure of whether a deductive argument is logically structured such that, if its premises are true, its conclusion must also be true.

Enthymeme

A syllogism in which a premise is not explicitly stated, leaving it to be understood by the listener or reader.