Which of the Following Is a Part of the History

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a part of the history of doctoral education in nursing?

• A) The nurse scientist program was discontinued after more universities began offering doctoral programs in nursing.
• B) The first doctoral degree (PhD) was offered at the University of Pittsburgh.
• C) The number of doctoral programs in nursing has doubled since 1990.
• D) The largest numbers of doctoral programs are practice-focused.

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Definitions:

Random Selection

A method of sampling in which participants are chosen from a larger population entirely by chance, ensuring that every individual has an equal probability of being selected.

Random Assignment

Assignment of participants in an experiment to groups in such a way that each person has an equal chance of being placed in any group.

Convenience Sampling

A sampling method where participants are selected based on their availability and willingness to take part, rather than using random selection.

Dependent Variable

In an experiment, the condition that may or may not change as a result of changes in the independent variable.