multiple comparisons

a set of comparisons made between samples to identify significant differences among their mean values. Multiple comparisons are generally done in a post hoc manner (i.e., are unplanned) in order to keep the Type I error rate controlled at a prespecified level. Also called multiple contrasts.

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December 18th 2024

forward conditioning

in classical conditioning, the pairing of two stimuli such that the conditioned stimulus is presented before the unconditioned stimulus. Also called forward pairing. Compare backward conditioning.