A correlation can be used for with of the following goals of science?

A) Prediction
B) Explanation
C) Inference
D) Argument


A

Psychology

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a. foot-in-the-door technique b. door-in-the-face technique c. disrupt-then-reframe technique d. that's-not-all technique

Psychology

How might you tell if a person is experiencing withdrawal symptoms following heavy drinking?

A. The person is experiencing short bursts of energy and alertness. B. You notice the person has reduced inhibitions. C. The person needs to drink more and more alcohol. D. The person experiences shakes, nausea, and anxiety.

Psychology

Which way of defining abnormal behavior is most likely to change as society changes over time?

A. social norms approach B. statistical frequency approach C. cognitive-behavioral approach D. maladaptive behavior approach

Psychology

Studies show that blacks are just as likely as whites to be arrested for violating crack cocaine laws

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Psychology