
Psychological Research
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the method of research using past records or data sets to answer various research questions, or to search for interesting patterns or relationships?
Archival research
Cross-sectional research
Experimental research
Answer explanation
Archival research involves analyzing past records or data sets to uncover patterns or relationships relevant to research questions, making it the correct choice for this method.
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2.B
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the reduction in number of research participants as some drop out of the study over time called?
A) Attrition
B) Confirmation bias
C) Debriefing
Answer explanation
The reduction in the number of research participants due to dropouts is called attrition. This term specifically refers to the loss of participants over time in a study.
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1.2.C
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Changes in one variable cause the changes in the other variable; can be determined only through an experimental research design. What is this relationship called?
Correlation
Cause-and-effect relationship
Illusory correlation
Answer explanation
The relationship where changes in one variable cause changes in another is known as a cause-and-effect relationship. This can only be established through experimental research, distinguishing it from mere correlation.
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2.A
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is an observational research study focusing on one or a few people called?
A) Clinical or case study
B) Control group
C) Double-blind study
Answer explanation
An observational research study focusing on one or a few individuals is called a clinical or case study. This method allows for in-depth analysis of specific cases, unlike broader studies that involve larger populations.
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1.2.A
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the tendency to ignore evidence that disproves ideas or beliefs known as?
A) Confirmation bias
B) Experimenter bias
C) Generalize
Answer explanation
The tendency to ignore evidence that contradicts one's beliefs is known as confirmation bias. This cognitive bias leads individuals to favor information that supports their existing views, making option A the correct answer.
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1.2.B
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
An unanticipated outside factor that affects both variables of interest, often giving the false impression that changes in one variable causes changes in the other variable, when, in actuality, the outside factor causes changes in both variables. What is this called?
A) Confounding variable
B) Independent variable
C) Dependent variable
Answer explanation
A confounding variable is an outside factor that influences both variables, creating a misleading association. It can falsely suggest that one variable causes changes in the other, when both are actually affected by this external factor.
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2.A
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What serves as a basis for comparison and controls for chance factors that might influence the results of the study?
Experimental group
Control group
Cross-sectional research
Answer explanation
The control group serves as a basis for comparison in a study, allowing researchers to account for chance factors that might influence results, ensuring that any observed effects are due to the experimental treatment.
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2.A
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