If you suspect that the groups in a nonequivalent control-group design differ on variables other than the dependent variable, you should
A) systematically identify potential confounding variables.
B) measure the variables that may be confounded.
C) carefully rule out the alternative hypotheses.
D) All of the above
Answer: D
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Which of the following developments have led some to argue that the credibility and power of states has declined?
a. There has been an unprecedented period of extended peace. b. People tend to look toward their religion for guidance rather than the state. c. There has been an increase in economic interdependence resulting from globalization. d. States are becoming less democratic and leaning towards socialism.
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What was an effect of the 1973 U.S. decision to stop exporting soybeans to Japan?
a. U.S. farmers ultimately were able to charge higher prices for their soybeans. b. Farmers in the Third World suffered a corresponding drop in the prices of other basic crops. c. Populations in countries other than Japan experienced a similar shortage of soybeans. d. U.S. farmers ultimately had to sell their soybeans for much lower prices. e. The soybean market crashed, and rice replaced it as a primary staple in Japan.