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What does it mean if two variables have a positive correlation?

Scaled responses to questionnaire items such as strongly agree, agree, no opinion, and so on are referred to as _______ scale items.

A case study _______. 

_____________ have meaningful intervals between measurements, but there is no true starting point (zero). 

When the purpose of the research is to determine the effects of one independent variable in four groups on one dependent variable (e.g., self-concept), the best choice of a statistical analysis is

When conducting a literature review, it is recommended to use ________ sources when possible. 

The strongest form of validity is 

Consider the following: the aim of a study was to compare the effects of standard physical therapy vs standard physical therapy and Tai Chi on risk of falling in elderly females.  Twenty four independent living elderly females ages 65 and older were selected.  Pre-test of fall risk was conducted on all participates. Participants were then randomly assigned to either a regular physical therapy group or physical therapy and Tai Chi group. They participated in sessions 3x weekly for 12 weeks.  Measurement of fall risk took place at 12 weeks.   What is the dependent variable? 

Under Alberta’s Employment Standards Code, a layoff will be considered temporary where:

Answer EITHER Option A OR Option B. Do not answer both! Option A:Jordan hands in her resignation after being reassigned to an office location 80 km away from her home and office in Edmonton, increasing her daily commute by 2 hours per day. Jordan’s job title and pay were unchanged. The written employment contract is silent on work location. Jordan claims she has been constructively dismissed. Is Jordan likely to succeed in a constructive dismissal claim? What does need to prove? Apply relevant legal principles and explain your reasoning. Make assumptions if you need to. Option B:Kelly was hired as an HR advisor for an early stage technology company on a one-year fixed-term contract. After 3.5 months, the employer abruptly terminates the contract without cause and without notice. The underlying reason for the termination is that the business is failing. The contract does not contain an early termination clause. What would you advise Kelly to do? What remedies are available under the common law? Apply relevant legal principles and explain your reasoning. Make assumptions if you need to.