_____ Is the Extent to Which the Results of an Experiment

question 11

Multiple Choice

_____ is the extent to which the results of an experiment can be attributed to the manipulation of the independent variable rather than to some extraneous variable.

• A)Confounding
• B)Internal validity
• C)Regression to the mean
• D)External validity

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Definitions:

Anorexia Nervosa

An eating disorder characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight, leading to restricted food intake and excessive weight loss.

Purging Behavior

Actions taken to rid the body of consumed food or calories, commonly seen in eating disorders, including self-induced vomiting or misuse of laxatives.

Restricting Type

A subtype of anorexia nervosa where individuals limit their intake of food and calories as a method of weight control.

Excessive Exercise

Engaging in physical activity to an extent that it significantly interferes with important activities, occurs despite injuries, or negatively impacts physical health.