Psychologists Want to Be Able to Do Two Things with the Data

question 26

Multiple Choice

Psychologists want to be able to do two things with the data they collect. The first is to summarize the information from a study or experiment. To do this, they use _________.

• A) descriptive statistics
• B) inferential statistics
• C) univariate statistics
• D) multivariate statistics

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Definitions:

Two-Spirits

A term used by some Indigenous North Americans to describe a person who embodies both masculine and feminine spirits, often seen as a third gender in their cultures.

Native American Cultures

The diverse customs, beliefs, practices, and social structures of the Indigenous peoples of North and South America.

South Asian Society

The culturally diverse societies within the South Asian countries, characterized by unique languages, traditions, religions, and social norms.

Sexual Variation

The range of differences in sexual orientation, preferences, practices, and behaviors beyond the societal norm.