Jared Has Typical Visual Acuity for a Newborn

question 36

Multiple Choice

Jared has typical visual acuity for a newborn. He can see at 20 feet what his father, who has normal vision, can see at __________ feet.

• A) 10
• B) 20
• C) 200 to 400
• D) 2,000 to 4,000

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Definitions:

.05 Level Of Significance

A statistical threshold indicating that the probability of the observed results occurring by chance is 5% or less, suggesting that the results are statistically significant.

"Significant" Findings

In research, findings that are statistically significant indicate that the results observed are unlikely to be due to chance, suggesting a meaningful effect or relationship.

Flukes

Unpredictable events of chance or luck, especially those leading to a favorable outcome.

Dependent Variable

In an experiment, it is the variable being tested and measured, and it is expected to change as a result of manipulations to the independent variable(s).