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question 124

Multiple Choice

You are a member of a research team that is about to begin research on the effectiveness of a drug called Relax on the symptoms of anxiety. One of the researchers asks you to describe the null hypothesis for this study. What will you say?

• A) The null hypothesis states that the drug's effect will not differ from no treatment.
• B) The null hypothesis states that the dependent variable in this experiment must be objectively measured.
• C) The null hypothesis means the researchers must be blind to the identity of the individuals that are receiving the drug.
• D) The null hypothesis means there are no differences in demographic characteristics between the control and the experimental groups.

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Definitions:

Circular Fallacy

An argument that commits the logical fallacy of assuming what it is attempting to prove, thus reasoning in a circle.

Negative Way

A pessimistic or adverse approach to thinking, feeling, or responding to situations, often focusing on undesirable outcomes.

Depressed

A state of low mood and aversion to activity that can affect a person's thoughts, behavior, feelings, and sense of well-being.

Repressive

Pertaining to the act of restraining, preventing, or inhibiting expressions, thoughts, or behaviors.