Which of the Following Is a Benefit of a Meta-Analysis

question 60

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a benefit of a meta-analysis compared to other types of publications?

• A)Meta-analyses allow for calculation of effect size across multiple studies.
• B)Only meta-analyses allow for examination of moderators.
• C)Meta-analysis is the only type of publication that synthesizes an entire scientific literature.
• D)Meta-analyses always avoid the file drawer problem.

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Definitions:

Blood Glucose

The concentration of glucose present in the blood, important for energy supply and metabolic regulation.

Consuming Meal

The act of eating food, which initiates the digestion process and provides the body with nutrients and energy.

Exercise

Physical activity that is planned, structured, and repetitive for the purpose of conditioning any part of the body, to improve health and maintain fitness.

Endocrine System

A collection of glands in the body that secrete hormones directly into the circulatory system to be carried towards distant target organs.