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:

Negative Emotion

An affective state characterized by feelings of sadness, anger, or fear.

Piagetian

Pertaining to the theories of cognitive development proposed by Jean Piaget, emphasizing stages of children's intellectual growth and how they understand the world.

Behaviorist

A psychologist or scientist who studies and applies behaviorism, a theory that all behaviors are learned through interaction with the environment.

Stress Hormones

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