A Study Abstract Includes the Following Statement: "There Was a Negative

question 15

Multiple Choice

A study abstract includes the following statement: "There was a negative relationship between infants with difficult behavioural styles and maternal involvement." The most accurate interpretation of the statement is what?

• A) The more difficult the infant was, the more involved the mother was.
• B) The more difficult the infant was, the less involved the mother was.
• C) The less difficult the infant was, the less involved the mother was.
• D) There was no relationship between infant behaviour and maternal involvement.

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Definitions:

Reliable

The quality of being consistently good in quality or performance, able to be trusted.

Validity

A key attribute of a selection device that indicates its accuracy and relationship to job-relevant criteria.

Subjective Approach

A method or perspective based on personal opinions, feelings, and preferences rather than objective facts or data.

Judgmental Nature

The tendency to make decisions or form opinions based on personal biases, assessments, and evaluations rather than objective evidence.