Question 1

Mediation can be partial as well as full.

Accepted Answer

Mediation can involve resolving only some issues or coming to a partial agreement, in addition to resolving all issues for a full agreement. Therefore, mediation can be both partial and full.

Question 2

Job satisfaction is:&#10;A)An independent variable.&#10;B)A dependent variable.&#10;C)A moderating variable.&#10;D)This is not clear based on the above information.

Accepted Answer

Without additional context or information, it is not possible to definitively categorize job satisfaction as an independent, dependent, or moderating variable.

Question 3

In case of a mediating variable,a dependent variable cannot be influenced directly by an independent variable.

Accepted Answer

In the presence of a mediating variable, the independent variable can still influence the dependent variable directly; the mediating variable simply explains part of this relationship by illustrating how or why the effect occurs.

Question 4

A hypothesis is by definition testable.

Accepted Answer

A hypothesis is a testable statement or prediction made based on observations or research. In order for it to be considered a hypothesis, it must be possible to test it through empirical research or experimentation. Therefore, a hypothesis is inherently testable.

Question 5

A good hypothesis is better than its rivals.

Accepted Answer

A good hypothesis is based on strong evidence, logical reasoning, and is testable. It is more likely to yield accurate results and insights compared to weaker or unsupported hypotheses. Therefore, a good hypothesis is better than its rivals.

Question 6

A moderating variable changes the relationship between a dependent and an independent variable.

Accepted Answer

A moderating variable can influence or change the strength or direction of the relationship between the dependent and independent variable. Therefore, a moderating variable can modify or moderate the relationship between the two variables.

Question 7

A hypothesis is unrelated to the theoretical framework.

Accepted Answer

A hypothesis is a proposed explanation for a phenomenon, which is derived from the theoretical framework. Theoretical framework provides a systematic and coherent approach to the research questions or problems, and it guides researchers to develop hypotheses. Therefore, a hypothesis is related to the theoretical framework.

Question 8

The explained variance (R²)of a model can decrease if a mediating variable is included in the model.

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Question 9

A hypothesis can be based on inductive preliminary investigation or theory.

Accepted Answer

A hypothesis can be formulated based on initial observations, data or a tentative theory, which is then tested through empirical research. This is known as inductive reasoning. Alternatively, a hypothesis can also be formulated based on an existing theory or framework, which is then tested through empirical research. This is known as deductive reasoning.

Question 10

A moderator is a special type of mediating variable.

Accepted Answer

A moderator is a variable that affects the strength or direction of the relationship between two other variables, whereas a mediating variable explains the process through which two variables are related.

Question 11

Research from Schlundt Bodien & Nelck da Silva Rosa (2004)shows that reading to children has a stronger effect on girls than on boys.What kind of variable is gender in this case?&#10;A)A moderating variable.&#10;B)A mediating variable.&#10;C)An independent variable.&#10;D)A control variable.

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The answer of Research from Schlundt Bodien & Nelck da...

Question 12

Good research is aimed at falsification of hypotheses.

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The answer of Good research is aimed at falsification of...

Question 13

A mediating variable increases the reliability of a model.

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The answer of A mediating variable increases the reliability of...

Question 14

&#34;Job satisfaction has a positive effect on employee loyalty&#34; is an example of a theory.

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The answer of &#34;Job satisfaction has a positive effect on...

Question 15

A moderating variable influences the original relationship between one or more independent variables and a dependent variable.

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The answer of A moderating variable influences the original relationship...

Question 16

A mediating variable influences the relationship between two variables.

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The answer of A mediating variable influences the relationship between...

Question 17

Moderation is a special case of mediation.

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Question 18

A hypothesis is based on theory.

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The answer of A hypothesis is based on theory....

Question 19

A moderating variable influences the dependent- as well as the independent variable.

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The answer of A moderating variable influences the dependent- as...

Question 20

Which of the following parts does not belong to a theoretical framework?&#10;A)The hypotheses corresponding to the model.&#10;B)The operationalization of the used constructs of the model.&#10;C)A logical explanation of the relationships within a model.&#10;D)A graphical representation of the model.

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The answer of Which of the following parts does not...

Question 21

Hypotheses can be tested by qualitative research.

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Question 22

A theoretical framework contains all possible variables that can influence the dependent variable.

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The answer of A theoretical framework contains all possible variables...

Deck 5: Theoretical Framework and Hypothesis Development