Factors influencing choice of research method

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What is the purpose of matched pairs designs?

  • To evaluate interventions
  • To control more of the environment
  • To combat the limitations of repeated measures designs (correct)
  • To observe the relationship between variables

In a mixed measures design, what does it combine?

  • Repeated measures and independent measures (correct)
  • Independent measures and observational studies
  • Field experiments and laboratory experiments
  • Repeated measures and field experiments

What is the primary purpose of randomisation in experiments?

  • To ensure ecological validity
  • To overcome potential bias (correct)
  • To determine the direction of the relationship
  • To evaluate interventions

Why are laboratory experiments considered to have less ecological validity?

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What is the primary focus of non-experimental quantitative research methodology correlational studies?

<p>Observing relationships between variables (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which type of design are participants put into pairs based on certain characteristics?

<p>Matched pairs design (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key advantage of using mixed measures designs?

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'Correlational studies' help in determining ________.

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Which type of research design can address individual differences seen in independent measures designs?

<p>Mixed Measures Designs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspect do matched pairs designs combat in research studies?

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