Nonparametric Methods Which Can Be Used to Make Inferences About

question 58

Multiple Choice

Nonparametric methods which can be used to make inferences about a population without requiring an assumption about the distribution of the population are called

• A)continuity-correction methods
• B)non-probabilistic methods
• C)distribution-free methods
• D)non-quantitative methods

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Definitions:

Negative Reinforcement

involves the strengthening of a behavior because a negative condition is stopped or avoided as a consequence of the behavior.

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.