A Random Sample Is One in Which __________

question 40

Multiple Choice

A random sample is one in which __________.

• A) every member of the population has an equal chance of being picked
• B) every member of the population is picked
• C) some members of the population are more likely than others to be picked
• D) the population is selected randomly

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Definitions:

Unconditioned Stimulus

A stimulus that naturally and automatically triggers a response without any prior learning.

Secondary Reinforcer

A stimulus that gains its reinforcing power through its association with a primary reinforcer; also known as a conditioned reinforcer.

Discriminative Stimulus

A stimulus in the presence of which a particular response is reinforced, guiding the organism to respond accordingly.

Salivary Conditioning

A classical conditioning process where an automatic, instinctive response becomes associated with a new stimulus through repeated exposure.