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Destiiny22

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In a meta-analysis, a researcher wishes to examine differences in temperatures of subjects in two groups but notes that one study uses a centigrade scale and the other study uses a Fahrenheit scale. Which statistic will the researcher apply in this case?
 
  a. Dichotomous data reporting
  b. Funnel plot
  c. Mean difference
  d. Standardized mean difference

Question 2

In a meta-analysis, the researcher displays a symmetrical funnel plot of the data from a group of studies. This indicates
 
  a. heterogenicity of study samples.
  b. limited publication bias.
  c. methodological bias.
  d. reporting bias.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B



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