If the variance for a sample is computed and it is found to be rather large, the scores
a. are tightly packed around the mode.
b. are tightly packed around the mean.
c. are spread out around the mean.
d. in the sample are close to one another.
c
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A) reliable; experts know a lot about their subjects B) reliable; experts don't want to ruin their reputations by being wrong C) unreliable; most experts don't know what they are talking about D) unreliable; expertise is not actually evidence
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Which of following research methods is LEAST likely to be used in studying the heritability of traits?
A) Twin studies B) Correlational studies C) Adoption studies D) Experimental studies