Generalization involves
a. matching the experimental and control groups so they are generally the same.
b. carefully selecting the samples to be used.
c. using a correlational study.
d. applying specific results to the population as a whole.
e. assuming that a sample's representativeness is invalid.
d. applying specific results to the population as a whole.
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Which of the following statements is true?
a. Groups, during discussion, oversample unique, unshared information. b. Groups excel at discovering hidden profiles. c. Oversampling of shared information is greatest when groups work on questions with demonstrably correct solutions. d. The study of medical decision makers indicates that senior members help groups manage their information.
The abstract idea or theory of what the outcome is in a cause-effect relationship you are investigating is referred to as the _______________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
When members of a subordinated group are persuaded to believe that they really are inferior, what is occurring?
a. internalized oppression b. externalized oppression c. collectivism d. acculturation
A major study done by the National Campaign to Prevent Teen and Unplanned pregnancy found that comprehensive sexuality education programs that included abstinence education together with contraceptive education were found to ____
a. reduce the frequency of unprotected sex only b. reduce the frequency of sexual behaviors only c. delay sexual behavior and to reduce the frequency of sexual behaviors and unprotected sex d. delay sexual behavior only