Researchers Use the Term External Validity to Refer To

question 157

Multiple Choice

Researchers use the term external validity to refer to:

• A)effective control of potential confounding variables
• B)how well research results generalize across subjects and situations
• C)research results that are statistically significant
• D)results obtained from research conducted in naturalistic settings

Understand the foundational concepts and categories of group behavior.

Grasp the role and functionality of APIs in accessing web-based software.

Recognize the scope and limitations of content analysis, including applicable mediums.

Comprehend the importance and methods of data reduction and description in research.

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Definitions:

Anterior Spinocerebellar Pathway

A neural pathway that carries sensory information from the spinal cord to the cerebellum, important for the coordination of movement.

Tectospinal Pathway

A neural pathway originating in the tectum of the midbrain that is involved in coordinating head and eye movements.

Gag Reflex

An involuntary contraction of the back of the throat, triggered by an object touching the roof of the mouth, back of the tongue, or area around the tonsils.

Glossopharyngeal Nerve

The ninth cranial nerve, which is involved in tasting, swallowing, and other functions of the throat and mouth.