The First Step in Using the Delphi Procedure Is to

question 37

Multiple Choice

The first step in using the Delphi procedure is to

• A) recognize the problem.
• B) collect potential alternatives.
• C) agree that the decision will not be optimized.
• D) obtain the cooperation of a panel of experts.
• E) create staff positions for group members.

Understand the concept of the test statistic in the context of logistic regression.

Explain the significance of health and demographic variables on outcomes using logistic regression.

Understand the role of personal experiences and learned behaviors in the development of anxiety disorders.

Recognize the impact of genetic, cognitive, and environmental factors on the etiology of anxiety disorders.

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