DrRoberts Wants to Compare the Results of Many Studies That

question 1

Multiple Choice

Dr.Roberts wants to compare the results of many studies that have looked at the relation between gender and math ability.Dr.Roberts would find a _______ most appropriate for his needs.

• A)microgenetic design
• B)meta-analysis
• C)longitudinal-sequential design
• D)quasi-experimental design

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Definitions:

Conclusive Cause and Effect Relationship

A relationship where changes in one variable result in changes in another, with no alternative explanation.

Descriptive/Correlational Research

A research method that involves observing and measuring phenomena to describe them and assess relationships between variables without manipulating them.

Control Events

The capacity to influence or direct the course of events through one's actions.

Standard Deviation

A measure of the amount of variation or dispersion of a set of values.