Research & Program Evaluation

Question 1

When you see the letter P in relation to a test of significance, it means:

Answer 1

Probability (p value of .05)

Question 2

An operational definition:

Answer 2

• outlines a procedure

- detailed, clear, and concise definition of a measure used when data is being collected

Question 3

not included as a concept in deductive reasoning?

Answer 3

medium premise

Question 4

Using deductive reasoning to gain knowledge has been called:

Answer 4

Syllogism

Question 5

Intervening variables

Answer 5

Variables that may alter the outcome of a research experiment. They are difficult to control for. Other examples include motivation and boredom.