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Mimi · **on:** Jun 19, 2018

In general, as the scale of measurement of the dependent variable becomes more precise, statistical power

a. increases c. stays the same
b. decreases d. follows no predictable pattern

Question 2

Statistical power refers to the ability to _____.

a. prove the research hypothesis c. make valid measurements
b. replicate research findings statistically d. find relationships among variables

Christopher · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
Powerful statistics are able to detect relationships that exist between variables. Less powerful statistical tests might not be able to detect some of these relationships.

Answer to Question 2

D
Powerful statistics are able to detect relationships that exist between variables. Less powerful statistical tests might not be able to detect some of these relationships.