The Problem of Selective Attrition Is Most Likely to Arise

question 47

Multiple Choice

The problem of selective attrition is most likely to arise during

• A) experiments with random assignment.
• B) brief studies.
• C) long-term studies.
• D) animal studies.

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Definitions:

Aversive Stimulus

An unpleasant or harmful stimulus used to decrease or prevent a behavior through negative reinforcement or punishment.

Deviant Sexual Arousal

Sexual arousal that deviates from what is considered typical or socially acceptable, often discussed in contexts pertaining to sexual disorders or preferences.

Biastophilia

From Greek biastes, meaning rape; also referred to as paraphilic rape. Sexual arousal in response to non-consenting sex with, but not necessarily physical suffering of, victims.