Whether a variable is considered independent or dependent depends upon the slice of reality we are investigating
a. true
b. false
a
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A significant disadvantage of using case studies is that a. they usually lead to non-representative conclusions
b. there is a high likelihood of Type II error. c. findings and conclusions may be highly subjective. d. the conclusions are true for only a short span of time.
A researcher has found a strong relationship between level of education and income and concludes that "higher levels of education cause higher income.". What error has been made?
a. None, the argument is sound b. Income is only nominal in level of measurement and education is ordinal so they cannot be causally related c. Since these variables are continuous and interval ratio, they cannot have a causal relationship d. By itself, association does not prove causation
Frequency distributions indicate the number of times that variables are observed
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
In dealing with sexuality in the stepfamily, remarried families lack:
a. affection. b. biological incest taboos. c. a sexual atmosphere. d. sexual fantasies.