Catherine is taking a research methods class in which the semester project involves conducting original research. Catherine is interested in finding out if viewing particular television programs has an impact on behavior
She wants to see if children are more likely to engage in aggressive behavior after they watch television shows that exhibit violent images. Catherine's tentative prediction is what scientists refer to as __________.
a. an operational definition
b. a hypothesis
c. reliability
d. validity
b
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a. military-industrial complex b. interest group c. economic bubble d. split labor market
In 1782, E Pluribus Unum was adopted as the main phrase on the national seal of the United States. What does this phrase mean?
A) "out of many, one" B) "united we stand, as one" C) "our beautiful nation" D) "united, never divided"
Type 1 errors occur when we fail to claim that something is significant when it really is significant
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Why are unions created?
A. They are just a natural feature of most workplaces. B. Professionals use them to dominate lower-level employees. C. They are a way for employees to have a collective voice. D. They are a way for employers to keep tabs on their employees.