Social scientists have conducted experimental research on the effects of strategic family therapy on
oppositional defiant children.
The methodology consisted of obtaining a random sample of 16
children and randomly assigning half to the treatment condition, and the other half to a control group.
They found a strong treatment effect but were cautious when reporting this outcome due to the small
sample size. For generalizing research results, what problem emerges from having a small sample
size?
a) Extraneous variables can not be balanced out through randomization
b) Extraneous variables will affect the control group
c) Small samples can not be randomized
d) Small samples experience "research effects" more than large samples
a
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a. Rowley case b. Tatro c. Honig vs Doe d. Cedar Rapids vs Garret e. Schaffer vs Weast
The following is true about the sexuality of older women:
A) there is a slower response to sexual stimulation. B) it takes longer to return to a preorgasmic state. C) most older women do not want to continue sexual activity. D) most seek treatment for sexual dysfunction.
_______________ groups are a staple of the political landscape and
they do their best to influence the political agenda either directly or indirectly. A. Conservatives B. Special interest C. Centrists D. Libertarians
Active listening may involve paraphrasing what the speaker has said.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)