What Makes Nonexperimental Research Correlational Is That It

question 23

Multiple Choice

What makes nonexperimental research correlational is that it

• A) computes a correlation between two variables
• B) requires a scattergram of two variables for interpretation
• C) determines a cause-effect relationship between two variables
• D) does not manipulate an independent variable

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Definitions:

Secondary Reinforcer

A stimulus that acquires its reinforcing capabilities by being linked with a primary reinforcer.

Primary Reinforcer

A naturally reinforcing item or outcome, such as food or water, that does not require learning to be considered rewarding.

Unconditioned Stimulus

In classical conditioning, a stimulus that naturally and automatically triggers a response without the need for prior learning.

Secondary Reinforcer

A stimulus that becomes reinforcing through its association with a primary reinforcer, such as money earning its value through its exchange for food or other needs.