Professor Lyon Decided to Study Food Preferences of U

question 544

Multiple Choice

Professor Lyon decided to study food preferences of U.S. college students, so he asked his students to volunteer to participate in a lengthy survey. Professor Lyon's survey results are probably invalid because he did not use:

• A) an operational definition.
• B) random selection.
• C) a valid hypothesis.
• D) independent and dependent variables.

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Definitions:

Basilar Membrane

The basilar membrane is a structure in the cochlea of the inner ear; it plays a crucial role in the sense of hearing by facilitating the conversion of sound vibration into neural signals.

Kinesthesis

The sense of muscle movement and position, allowing individuals to perceive their body's actions and location even without visual cues.

Audition

The sense of hearing; the process by which sound waves are detected and interpreted by the brain.

Sensory Interaction

The process by which multiple sensory modalities interact to influence perception and behavior, such as how taste and smell combine to create flavor.