Describe the Measures of Dispersion and Explain Why Standard Deviation

question 71

Essay

Describe the measures of dispersion and explain why standard deviation is used most often.

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Definitions:

Neutral Stimulus

A stimulus that initially does not elicit any intrinsic response until it is associated with an unconditioned stimulus in classical conditioning.

Conditioned Stimulus

A conditioned stimulus is a previously neutral stimulus that, after being associated with an unconditioned stimulus, elicits a conditioned response.

Unconditioned Stimulus

In traditional conditioning, a stimulus instinctively and automatically induces a response without the need for previous learning.

Behaviorist

A psychological approach focusing on observable behaviors and external stimuli, neglecting thoughts and feelings.