From an Objective Standpoint,Hilda and Edith Have the Same Number

question 12

Multiple Choice

From an objective standpoint,Hilda and Edith have the same number of close friends.However,only Hilda feels that she can call on them in time of need,whereas Edith does not feel this way.What could be concluded,on the basis of this information alone,regarding Hilda and Edith?

• A)Hilda will probably not experience physical illness.
• B)Hilda will have a better prognosis for recovery from illness than Edith.
• C)Edith will have a better prognosis because she is more self-reliant.
• D)Edith will be more likely to suffer from chronic illness.

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Definitions:

Generalized

Referring to something that is widespread, not specific, affecting all or most parts of something.

Sample

A subset of individuals or elements selected from a larger population, used to make inferences or observations about the population as a whole.

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Pertaining to a research method that examines the relationship between two or more variables to determine if they are associated.

Experimental Study Designs

Research methods that allow investigators to directly manipulate variables to investigate cause-and-effect relationships between variables.