A Researcher Is Conducting a Matched?pairs Study

question 47

Multiple Choice

A researcher is conducting a matched?pairs study.She gathers data on each pair in the study resulting in: Assume that the data are normally distributed in the population.The degrees of freedom in this problem are _______.

• A) 4
• B) 8
• C) 5
• D) 9
• E) 3

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Definitions:

Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy

A form of cognitive-behavioral therapy founded by Albert Ellis, focusing on identifying irrational beliefs to change emotional and behavioral responses.

Albert Ellis

A prominent psychologist known for developing Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), a form of cognitive-behavioral therapy.

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist

A mental health professional specializing in cognitive-behavioral therapy, focusing on changing negative thoughts and behaviors to improve mental health.

Irrational Thoughts

Thoughts that are not based on reason or logic, often leading to negative and unrealistic outcomes or beliefs.