Each time we select a sample from a population (regardless of the sampling technique we use), we are likely to have some amount of ______ because we are not testing the entire population in our study.
A. skewed data
B. distribution error
C. confidence error
D. sampling error
Answer: D
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Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)
1. "The central nucleus of the amygdala is critical for emotional conditioning. " 2. "The amygdala is responsible for producing both the physiological and behavioural changes associated with fear conditioning. " 3. "If connections between the amygdala and midbrain are severed, the physiological changes associated with fear conditioning will not occur. " 4. "If connections between the amygdala and hypothalamus are severed, the physiological changes associated with fear conditioning will not occur. " 5. "If connections between the amygdala and hypothalamus are severed, the behavioural changes associated with fear conditioning will not occur. "
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a. experimental b. correlational c. archival d. case study
Which worker is most likely to suffer from carpal tunnel syndrome?
a) a waiter who deals with demanding patrons b) a legal secretary who types lengthy documents c) an attorney who stands for long periods during trials d) a college professor who must read tiny print to prepare to teach