How should researchers and reviewers accept statistical significance?
a. With the belief that statistically significant results are the final word
b. With the cautious regard for how results might apply to practice
c. With the view that careful appraisal is necessary to apply results to theory
d. With the idea that additional testing is not necessary
ANS: B
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A Even if results are statistically significant, reviewers should not believe they are the final word.
B Caution or prudence is always warranted when reviewing the results of studies.
C This response does not make sense.
D Many quantitative studies require additional statistical testing.
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