How Can Researchers Control for the Fact That They May

question 128

Multiple Choice

How can researchers control for the fact that they may inadvertently only accept participants for their study who are likely to confirm their hypothesis?

• A) random assignment
• B) random selection
• C) double-blind procedure
• D) demand characteristics

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Definitions:

Effective Annual Rate

The annual return on an investment or loan taking compounding into account, expressed as a percentage.

Compounded Annually

This is an interest calculation method where interest is added to the principal once a year.

Effective Rate

The actual interest rate of an investment or loan, taking into account the effects of compounding.

Compounded Semi-Annually

Interest calculation method where the interest is added to the principal sum twice a year, causing the interest to earn interest.