A Researcher Uses a Repeated-Measures Design to Compare Individuals' Performance

question 33

Multiple Choice

A researcher uses a repeated-measures design to compare individuals' performance before treatment with their performance after treatment.If all of the participants show improved performance of 8 or 9 points after treatment,then the researcher should find ____.​

• A)​a sample mean difference near zero
• B)​a t statistic near zero
• C)​the variance of the difference scores is near zero
• D)​a very large variance in the difference scores

Identify and explain different theories of motivation (e.g., drive theory, expectancy theory).

Recognize different types of motivational conflicts and their resolution strategies.

Describe the process through which needs become actualized into wants and goals.

Understand the relationship between motivation, goal setting, and consumer decision-making.

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