In One Study, Participants Have to Stare at a Computer

question 115

Multiple Choice

In one study, participants have to stare at a computer screen and press the space key the moment an X appears on the screen. This study is testing __________.

• A) choice reaction time
• B) simple reaction time
• C) lexical access time
• D) cognitive strategies

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Definitions:

Respondeat Superior

A legal doctrine that holds an employer or principal legally responsible for the wrongful acts of an employee or agent, if such acts occur within the scope of the employment or agency.

Legal Doctrine

A framework, set of rules, procedural steps, or test, often established by precedent in the common law, for making a determination in a lawsuit.

Employers Liable

Pertains to the legal responsibility of employers for the actions of their employees and for providing a safe working environment.

National Labor Relations Act

A foundational statute in United States labor law that guarantees workers the right to form unions, engage in collective bargaining, and take collective action such as strikes.