In a Study to Examine Motivational Techniques to Help Adolescent

question 57

Multiple Choice

In a study to examine motivational techniques to help adolescent smokers to quit smoking,the null hypothesis states that the intervention will have no effect on this population.The researcher establishes a level of significance of 0.01.When analyzing the data,the researcher concludes that there is a significant difference between subjects receiving the intervention and those who do not.In this study,a Type I error means there is a:

• A) 1% chance that the conclusion is wrong.
• B) 1% chance that the conclusion is correct.
• C) 99% chance that the conclusion is wrong.
• D) 99% chance that the null hypothesis is correct.

Calculate simple probabilities and understand their real-world applications.

Apply principles of probability to evaluate outcomes of specific events.

Differentiate between dependent and independent events.

Understand and apply concepts of the complement of an event.

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Definitions:

Permissive

Permissive refers to a style of parenting or authority where there are few limitations on behavior, leading to more freedom and self-direction for the individual.

Kohlberg's Moral Reasoning

A developmental theory proposing that an individual's ability to judge right from wrong evolves through a series of stages.

Preconventional

A stage in moral development, according to Kohlberg, where moral reasoning is based on rewards and punishments.

Premature

Occurring or done before the usual or proper time; too early.