In Which of the Following Situations Should an a Priori

question 24

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 can use an a priori contrast

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Definitions:

Rationality

The quality of being based on or in accordance with reason or logic.

Colonialism

The practice of acquiring full or partial political control over another country, occupying it with settlers, and exploiting it economically.

Geopolitical Position

The strategic importance of a country or region as determined by its geographic location in relation to political power, resources, and conflicts.

Social Structure

The organized pattern of social relationships and social institutions that together compose society.