What Is Research?

Question 1

All of the following are reasons that psychologists use a systematic method to conduct research except __________. A.to minimize subjectivity in researchB.to increase consistency across studiesC.to minimize objectivity in researchD.to ensure behaviors are defined similarly

Revolt · Accepted Answer

C

Question 2

A psychologist whose goal is to explain a behavior will __________.A.record descriptions as objectively as possibleB.discuss why a behavior has occurredC.hypothesize or predict future behaviorD.suggest why a behavior occurs

Revolt · Accepted Answer

B

Question 3

Explain the difference between descriptive and experimental research.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Descriptive research observes, measures, and describes behavior without manipulating variables. Experimental research manipulates one or more variables under controlled conditions and measures the effects, which helps determine cause-and-effect relationships.

Question 4

Which of the following statements is a prediction?A.Drivers like getting to places quickly because it gives them a sense of control.B.Traffic signals should be timed to lessen traffic density.C.Drivers that speed will receive more traffic citations than other motorists during traffic holidays. D.Motorists report enjoying driving during periods of low traffic density.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

C

Question 5

Which of the following statements is an observation? A. Drivers like getting to places quickly because it gives them a sense of control. B. When motorists enjoy driving, it is due to the nice weather. C. Drivers that speed will receive more traffic citations than other motorists during holidays. D. When traffic signals are timed traffic seems to be less dense. Please select the best answer from the choices provided When motorists enjoy driving, it because of nice weather.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

D

Question 6

If psychologists are making suggestions for how to change behavior, then they are demonstrating which goal of psychology?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

control

Question 7

Explain two reasons why psychologists use a systematic method for collecting and analyzing research data.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Psychologists use a systematic method to reduce bias and subjectivity, making the findings more objective. It also promotes consistency by ensuring that behaviors and variables are defined and measured in the same way, which makes studies easier to compare and replicate.

Question 8

List and briefly describe the steps of the scientific method.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Identify a question or problem; conduct background research; form a testable hypothesis; design and conduct a study to collect data; analyze the data; draw a conclusion; and communicate the results.

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