When the Independent Variable Has No Effect on the Dependent

question 9

Multiple Choice

When the independent variable has no effect on the dependent variable, the effect size statistic will:

• A)be equal to the degrees of freedom.
• B)have a value of 0.00.
• C)have a value of -1.0 or +1.0.
• D)vary depending on the alpha level.

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Definitions:

Working Backward

A problem-solving strategy that starts with the solution and works backward through the problem to figure out how to arrive at the solution.

Backtracking

A problem-solving technique that involves progressively checking and abandoning partial solutions until the right solution is found.

Means-end

A problem-solving strategy that involves breaking down the problem into smaller parts to address the difference between the current state and the desired goal.

Mental Set

is a cognitive bias that involves approaching a problem in a specific way, often influenced by past experiences, even when a different approach might be more effective.