Brian is interested in whether there is a relationship between one's gender and the length of time spent talking on the phone. Which correlation coefficient should Brian use?
a. phi coefficient
b. point-biserial correlation
c. Spearman rho
d. Spearman-Brown coefficient
b
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A. self-image B. locus of control C. personal freedom D. self-confidence
What was the main point made by Reiss et al., (2000) in the text The Relationship Code?
a. Genes affect relationships in females but not in males. b. Genes have no impact on complex human behavior like relationships. c. Genes explain virtually all of what we are. d. Genes influence family environment and adolescent adjustment.
Within-subjects designs reduce variability in the data compared with between-subjects designs.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Of the following topics, which would probably be the least interesting to a person focusing in cognitive psychology?
A. The developmental precursors of mental illness. B. How we remember information. C. Different methods for solving problems. D. The factors that contribute to effective decision-making.