Cindi Prefers to Take Exams in the Late Afternoon Rather

question 117

Multiple Choice

Cindi prefers to take exams in the late afternoon rather than during the morning,because her energy level and ability to concentrate are better at that time.Her experience most likely reflects the influence of the

• A) REM rebound.
• B) menstrual cycle.
• C) circadian rhythm.
• D) hypnagogic state.

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Definitions:

Empirical Methods

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Manipulated Independent Variable

An independent variable for which participants have been randomly assigned to an experimental group.

Randomly Assigns

In experimental design, the process by which study participants are allocated to different groups in a manner that ensures each participant has an equal chance of being placed in any group.

Comparison Groups

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