As the Number of Variables in a Research Study Increases,what

question 43

Multiple Choice

As the number of variables in a research study increases,what happens to the number of subjects needed to prove an outcome?

• A)increases.
• B)decreases.
• C)is not affected.
• D)increases,then decreases.

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Definitions:

Negative Punishment

A behavior modification technique where a desired stimulus is removed following unwanted behavior, with the goal of decreasing the likelihood of the behavior occurring again.

Interval Schedule

In operant conditioning, a reinforcement schedule where rewards are given after a variable or fixed duration of time has passed.

Ratio Schedule

A type of reinforcement schedule in operant conditioning where a response is reinforced after a specified number of responses.

Continuous Reinforcement

A method in behavioral psychology where a desired behavior is reinforced every time it occurs, leading to faster learning.