If an Experiment Produces Reliable Results,what Does This Mean

question 39

Multiple Choice

If an experiment produces reliable results,what does this mean?

• A) There is a low probability of obtaining these results by chance alone.
• B) The independent variable had a strong effect on the dependent variable.
• C) It is likely to yield the same results on repeated occasions.
• D) There is a strong correlation between some measurement and what that measurement is supposed to predict.

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Definitions:

Secondary Gains

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Primary Gain

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The act of giving evidence as a witness, usually under oath, in a court of law.

Court

A governmental institution authorized to resolve legal disputes between parties and administer justice in civil, criminal, and administrative matters.