A Case Study Differs from a Single-Subject Experiment in That

question 87

Multiple Choice

A case study differs from a single-subject experiment in that in a case study

• A) a single individual may be studied.
• B) the investigator deliberately manipulates the independent variable.
• C) a hypothesis is being tested.
• D) the investigator does not deliberately manipulate the independent variable.

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Definitions:

Jnd

The minimum difference in stimulation that a person can detect 50% of the time, also known as the just noticeable difference.

Absolute Threshold

The minimum intensity level of a stimulus required for a person to detect its presence at least half the time.

Proportional Differences

Variations that are relative to the size or significance of the items being compared.

Proportional Differences

Refers to the comparison of ratios or fractions, highlighting the relative difference in size or magnitude between two or more quantities.