In Which of the Following Situations Should an a Priori

question 55

Multiple Choice

In which of the following situations should an a priori contrast be used?

• A) A t-test is used to conclude that men consume more hamburgers than women
• B) A chi-square test is used to conclude that there is a difference in type of living quarters by class status
• C) Using a one-way ANOVA, significant differences in ad recall are found between three experimental groups and one control group
• D) A Z test indicates that the national average of the number of soft drinks consumed in the US exceeds that of France
• E) All of the above should use an a priori contrast

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Definitions:

Deflation

An economic condition characterized by a decrease in the price levels of goods and services.

Investment

The action or process of allocating resources, usually money, with the expectation of generating an income or profit.

Consumer Culture

A society focused on the buying and selling of goods and services, where consumer preferences drive business practices and social trends.