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Dr. Calhoun is conducting some research on the effects of alcohol consumption on maze learning in a sample of white laboratory rats.
 
  Before he actually conducts the study, Dr. Calhoun administers to the rats various dosages of alcohol to determine what amount produces the strongest and weakest effects. This process is referred to as a
 
   a. dependent variable.
   b. correlation coefficient.
   c. placebo.
   d. manipulation check.

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Why is the use of computers for psychological applications important?
 
  A) Less expensive to use
  B) Fewer participants are needed due to control
  C) Allow for the presentation of stimuli
  D) Prevents demand characteristics


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Reply #1 on: Jun 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

d

Answer to Question 2

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