Which of the Following Is the Best Way to Determine

question 71

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best way to determine whether the differences in means obtained in an experiment are reliable?

• A) Replicate the experiment.
• B) Use confidence intervals to compare the means.
• C) Perform an inferential statistics test (null hypothesis significance testing).
• D) Find the difference between two sample means.

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Definitions:

Applied Psychology

The use of psychological methods and findings to solve practical problems of human and animal behavior and experience.

Behaviourism

A theory of learning which states that all behaviors are acquired through conditioning, emphasizing external factors over internal traits.

Functionalism

A perspective in psychology that focuses on how mental and behavioral processes function to enable individuals to adapt to their environments.

Animal Training

The practice of teaching animals specific responses to specific conditions or stimuli, often used for companionship, service, or entertainment.