A dichotomous variable whose cases have been coded “1” (exhibits attribute) and “0” (no attribute) is referred to as a(n):
a. dependent variable
b. independent variable
c. dummy variable
d. antecedent variable
c. dummy variable
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The most influential factor in the shift from single-subject to group comparisons was most likely the
A) work of E. L. Witmer in the 1930s, calling for the creation of clinical psychology. B) publication in 1935 of Sir Ronald Fisher's The Design of Experiments. C) work of B. F. Skinner in the 1950s, which demanded the use of more controlled methods in psychological research. D) availability of research participants following the post-World War II return of veterans.
When people refer to increases in integrated international economic and political decision making, they are acknowledging the existence of expanding
a. industrialization. b. commercialization. c. computerization. d. globalization. e. civilization.
Which of the following was NOT a decisive factor for President Obama in nominating Sonia Sotomayor to the Supreme Court?
a. her Democratic Party membership b. not wanting to shift the ideological makeup of the Supreme Court c. diversity on the Supreme Court d. legal ability
When the Fed sells a bond, it
A. invests the proceeds in the stock market to aid economic development. B. removes money from circulation, equivalent to the value of the bond. C. increases the amount of money available to make loans and buy goods. D. uses the profits to decrease the federal debt. E. deposits the money it receives from the sale in one of its member banks.