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The Single-factor analysis of variance is a hypothesis test that evaluates the statistical significance of the mean differences among two or more sets of scores obtained from a single-factor multiple group design. Also known as one-way ANOVA.

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Single-subject design refers to an experimental procedure in which one (1) person (subject) at a time is studied in both the experimental and control conditions.

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Singularity (sing-gyuh-LAR-i-tee) noun 1. The quality or condition of being singular. 2. A trait marking one as distinct from others; a peculiarity. 3. Something uncommon or unusual. 4. Astrophysics.

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The sinoatrial is a node (or SA node) specialized tissue located in the right atrium of the heart, that generates the electrical impulse to initiate the heartbeat.

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Sitophobia is defined as the morbid aversion to food. Sitophobia is from the Greek word sito- meaning food + -phobia (fear or aversion).

Deutsch: Situation / Español: situación / Português: situação / Français: situation / Italiano: situazione

In psychology, a situation refers to the external environment and contextual factors that influence an individual's thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. It encompasses the physical setting, social dynamics, cultural norms, and specific events occurring at a given time. Situations are pivotal in understanding human behavior, as they interact with personal traits to shape responses and actions.

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Situational orgasmic disorder refers to orgasmic disorder in which the woman is able to have an orgasm in some situations, like while masturbating, but not in others, such as when having sexual intercourse.

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situational phobia refers to anxiety involving enclosed places (for example, Claustrophobia) or public transportation (for example, fear of flying).