When Generalizing the Results of a Sample to a Population

question 43

Multiple Choice

When generalizing the results of a sample to a population, which of the following is the most important question to ask?

• A)Where were the participants tested?
• B)How many participants were in the sample?
• C)How were the participants sampled?
• D)Do the participants come from the "real world"?

Understand the assumptions underlying ANOVA and how to check them.

Calculate and interpret the standard error and confidence intervals.

Understand and apply the concept of contrasts in ANOVA.

Interpret the results and implications of hypothesis testing in the context of ANOVA.

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