. A(n) ______ is a statement that predicts a specific phenomenon or behavior.
a. extraneous variable
b. disturbance variable
c. hypothesis
d. moderator
Ans: C
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A. Scapegoating B. Islamophobia C. Prejudice D. Racism
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A. dependent variables B. indicators C. constructs D. intervenors
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A. men experience insecurities that make them very controlling. B. people assume that it involves men and is about men. C. power and qualifications are associated with manhood and men. D. men and men's lives are the expected focus of attention and stories.
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A. A sense of loneliness among many lesbians in sports. B. A widespread belief that lesbians can't play sports as well as heterosexuals. C. Lesbians hiding their identities so they're not harassed or cut from sports. D. The existence of a "don't ask, don't tell" atmosphere in women's sports.