A Number That Describes a Characteristic of a Population of Scores

question 73

Multiple Choice

A number that describes a characteristic of a population of scores is called a

• A)descriptive score.
• B)summary score.
• C)statistic.
• D)parameter.

Distinguish between single-factor and factorial research designs.

Identify the effects of independent variables on dependent variables in various research designs.

Comprehend the notion of main effect within the context of factorial research design.

Grasp the significance of simple effects in the analysis of factorial research designs.

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