What are random errors?
a. Errors associated with poor survey administration
b. Errors that are unpredictable
c. Errors that arise from poor sampling methods
d. Systematic errors
b. Errors that are unpredictable
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which is an example of a "psychic structure"?
a. ego c. acculturation b. positive regard d. competencies
When a person thinks of a concept such as "bird," the person usually ________
a. constructs a mental list of key attributes of a bird b. has to identify the particular type of bird before a concept of a bird can be generated c. thinks of a prototype of a bird d. eliminates all of the attributes of being a nonbird
Suppose you're driving home from watching a scary movie about a hitchhiker who was a murderer when you see someone talking loudly with a friend. Because you saw the movie, you assume that you are witnessing an argument that will probably end in a fight
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