Multiple Choice
Can a meta-analysis erroneously reach the conclusion that there is no difference or relationship?
A) Yes, when there are small sample sizes and/or possible methodological flaws.
B) Yes, because of its typically extra-large sample size.
C) No, a meta-analysis can never erroneously reach a conclusion of no relationship because a meta-analysis is so comprehensive.
D) No.If there is no relationship, then there is no erroneous conclusion to come to in the first place.
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Q4: One problem of meta-analysis is that two
Q5: Meta-analysis can miss detecting results that are
Q6: If the original studies were flawed or
Q7: Name three possible problems with meta-analysis.
Q8: Give two criteria that researchers often use
Q10: Meta-analysis is particularly likely to find results
Q11: What is meant by the 'file drawer
Q12: Which of the following cautions must be
Q13: A meta-analysis combines data from separate studies,
Q14: If the statistically significant studies of a