r

symbol for sample correlation coefficient, which is typically in the form of a product-moment correlation coefficient.

R

abbreviation for reasoning. See primary ability.

R

symbol for multiple correlation coefficient.

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January 15th 2025

experimental realism

experimental realism

the extent to which a controlled study is meaningful and engaging to participants, eliciting responses that are spontaneous and natural. See also mundane realism.