Researchers Use Inferential Statistics to Decide Whether the Behaviors Recorded

question 217

True/False

Researchers use inferential statistics to decide whether the behaviors recorded in a sample are representative of some larger population.

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Definitions:

Social Psychological Theories

Theories in social psychology that explain how individuals' thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are influenced by the actual, imagined, or implied presence of others.

Social Inequity

Refers to the unequal distribution of resources, opportunities, and treatment among people based on various demographic factors such as race, gender, income, etc.

Forensic Confirmation Bias

The tendency to interpret or seek out evidence in a way that confirms preexisting beliefs or hypotheses, particularly within a forensic context.

Confirmatory Manner

A cognitive bias that involves searching for, interpreting, favoring, and recalling information in a way that confirms one's preexisting beliefs or hypotheses.