The Power of the Chi-Square Test Is Further Reduced When

question 134

Multiple Choice

The power of the chi-square test is further reduced when quantitative variables are collapsed into categories because _____ by placing individuals with different scores into the same group.

• A)considerable information is likely to be lost
• B)more Type I errors are likely to be made
• C)sampling difficulties may arise
• D)all of these

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Definitions:

Physical Punishment

A form of discipline that involves the use of physical force with the intention of causing a person to experience pain but not injury, for purposes of correction or control.

Suppression

The conscious act of stopping oneself from thinking or feeling certain emotions or thoughts.

Modeling Aggression

The process where individuals learn and replicate aggressive behaviors by observing others, particularly influential models.

Variable-Interval

A reinforcement schedule in which a reward is given after a random duration of time has elapsed following a response.