In a scientific study, the variable that is typically manipulated by the researcher and is presumed to influence the outcome of the study is known as the
a. independent variable.
b. dependent variable.
c. control variable.
d. confounded variable.
a
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a. Nuclear family b. Atomic family c. Extended family d. Blended family
The APA unanimously passed a resolution calling for the suspension of the penalty largely due to
A. problems with the implementation of the death penalty. B. the unethical behavior of prosecutors. C. values of the importance of individual life and justice. D. the number of mentally ill inmates on death row.
Which of the following is a type of dependent-groups design?
A. case study B. repeated-measured design C. quasi-experimental design D. between-subjects design
Which of the following is a major difference between Levinson's and Vaillant's views on midlife?
A. Unlike Levinson, Vaillant's study was mainly focused on white, middle-aged, male population within the upper SES of society. B. Unlike Vaillant, Levinson believes that only males experience a midlife crisis. C. Unlike Levinson, Vaillant maintains that only a minority of adults experience a midlife crisis. D. Levinson maintains that the transition period to midlife is 6 years, while Vaillant holds it to be 8 years.