Which of the Following Would a Psychological Experimenter Try to Avoid

question 172

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would a psychological experimenter try to avoid or minimize?

• A) parsimony
• B) independent variables
• C) demand characteristics
• D) random assignment

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Definitions:

Costal Cartilages

Bars of hyaline cartilage that extend from the ends of the ribs to the sternum, contributing to the elasticity and expansion capability of the rib cage.

Vertebral Foramina

The holes in the vertebrae through which the spinal cord passes, forming the vertebral or spinal canal.

Lumbar Vertebrae

The five vertebrae between the rib cage and the pelvis, forming the lower part of the back.

Articulate

To form a joint or connection between structures, allowing for movement; or to express oneself clearly in spoken or written form.