The Term "Other Things Equal" Means That

question 203

Multiple Choice

The term "other things equal" means that

• A) the associated statement is normative.
• B) many variables affect the variable under consideration.
• C) a number of relevant variables are assumed to be constant.
• D) when variable X increases, so does related variable Y.

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Definitions:

Dopaminergic System

Refers to the neurotransmitter system in the brain that uses dopamine to transmit signals, playing a key role in reward, motivation, and motor control.

Basal Ganglia

A group of structures in the brain involved in coordinating movement and influencing various aspects of behavior.

ADHD-I

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Inattentive Type; a subtype of ADHD characterized mainly by problems with attention and concentration, without the hyperactivity often associated with other forms.

ADHD-H

A subtype of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder predominantly characterized by hyperactivity and impulsivity.