Professor Fulford believes that when people try to block certain thoughts, the thoughts are more intrusive. He randomly assigns participants to two groups: one that must try to prevent thoughts, and one that can think of anything they wish
What is the independent variable in this experiment?
a) participants
b) intrusive thoughts
c) assignment to the thought prevention or think of anything groups
d) none of the above
c
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development. a. direct b. indirect c. multidirectional d. unimportant
Among the Tchambulis, the women ____
a. were more sedentary b. performed the "aggressive" occupations c. were more artistic d. took more care of domestic life
Of the groups of girls listed below, which has been found to base their self-esteem primarily on their close relationships?
A) Chinese Americans B) African Americans C) Caucasian Americans D) Puerto Rican Americans
What type of research is designed specifically to test some developmental explanation and expand scientific knowledge?
a) Experimental b) Hypothetical c) Theoretical d) Applied