IB Psychology Paper 3 MCQs

What are the three key areas assessed in IB Psychology Paper 3?

• Research Methods, Ethical Considerations, Critical Evaluation

• Biological, Cognitive, Sociocultural

• Case Studies, Experiments, Observations

• Sampling, Generalization, Reflexivity

What does M.O.D.E.L. stand for in identifying research methods?

• Method, Objective, Data, Examples, Limitations

• Measurement, Observation, Design, Ethics, Literature

• Management, Organization, Data, Evaluation, Learning

• Methods, Outline, Discussion, Evidence, Literature

Which of the following is NOT a key research method in psychology?

• Case Study

• Experiment

• Reflexivity

• Survey

What does S.T.A.R.T. stand for in sampling methods?

• Sampling, Target Population, Advantages, Relevance, Threats

• Strategy, Testing, Allocation, Randomization, Techniques

• Statistical, Trends, Analysis, Randomization, Testing

• Study, Type, Adaptability, Random, Timing

Which of the following is NOT a sampling method?

• Random Sampling

• Snowball Sampling

• Purposive Sampling

• Reflexive Sampling

What does A.D.A.P.T. stand for in suggesting alternative research methods?

• Alternative, Data, Added Value, Practicality, Tackling Limitations

• Analysis, Design, Application, Prediction, Theory

• Adapt, Discuss, Assess, Plan, Transfer

• Adjust, Data, Align, Processing, Testing

What is the primary goal of triangulation in research?

• To ensure findings are robust by using multiple sources

• To validate a hypothesis with only one source of data

• To eliminate all participant bias

• To replace ethical considerations in a study

What does C.A.R. D.U.D. stand for in ethical considerations?

• Consent, Anonymity, Right to Withdraw, Debriefing, Undue Stress, Deception

• Consider, Assess, Respond, Decide, Understand, Discuss

• Control, Anonymity, Reporting, Debriefing, Undue Stress, Data Collection

• Case Study, Analysis, Review, Data, Usage, Development

Which of the following is NOT an ethical principle in psychological research?

• Informed Consent

• Reflexivity

• Right to Withdraw

• Protection from Harm

What does T.R.A.C.E. stand for in ensuring credibility?

• Triangulation, Reflexivity, Audit Trail, Credibility Checks, Engagement with Data

• Testing, Review, Analysis, Confirmation, Evaluation

• Training, Recording, Alignment, Credibility, Ethics

• Theory, Research, Application, Critical Evaluation