Suppose a researcher conducted a t test for dependent means using scores from pairs of research participants (i.e., mothers and sons). The researcher considered each pair as if it were one person and calculated a difference score for each pair. In this example, the t test could also be called a:
A)t test for matched pairs
B)t test for unmatched pairs
C)t test for mixed pairs
D)t test for independent pairs

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The given scenario describes a t test for dependent means that involves pairs of participants (mothers and sons) who are considered as matched or dependent pairs. Therefore, the test is more appropriately termed a t test for matched pairs. The other options do not accurately describe the nature of the test.

Suppose a Researcher Conducted a T Test for Dependent Means