Chapter 2

This is a practice question. Please select the answer that says "PSY1010"

• PSY

• PSY1111

• PSY1010

• PSY1000

Nature is inherited _______ factors that shape behaviors and Nurture is _______ factors that shape behaviors.

• Genetics; Psychological

• Biological; Environmental

• Environmental; Biological

• Plants; Loving

What is a limitation of descriptive research?

• It always occurs in the lab

• It does not give us any information

• It does not give us any cause-effect relationship

• None of the above- descriptive research is the BEST!

An experiment is a ___________ procedure that involves careful examination through manipulation.

• Basic

• Optional

• Generic

• Controlled

We NEVER share the findings of a scientific experiment so that people do not copy us!

• TRUE

• FALSE

Negative Correlation means that there is no correlation between the two variables

• TRUE

• FALSE

I conducted an experiment to see if reducing iPad time will make children engage in more physical play. Which is the Independent Variable?

• Reducing time on the iPad

• Rate of physical play

Which of the following is true about the IV?

• The IV is what we manipulate

• The IV is what we observe and measure

• Both are correct about the IV

• Neither are correct about the IV

Which of the following is true about the Dependent Variable (DV)?

• The DV is what we manipulate

• The DV is what we observe and measure

• Both are correct about the DV

• Neither are correct about the DV

When is your assignment due?

• Tuesday at Midnight

• Sunday at 11:59 pm

• 24 hours from when it's posted on Blackboard

• At the start of class on Wednesday (12:00 PM)