Research Methods Ethics Quiz

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What is the purpose of the control group in an experiment?

  • To enhance the randomness of sampling
  • To isolate external factors
  • To test a new independent variable
  • To serve as a baseline for comparison (correct)

Which sampling technique ensures that each member of the population has an equal chance of being selected?

  • Systematic sampling
  • Random sampling (correct)
  • Convenience sampling
  • Stratified sampling

Which ethical consideration allows participants to leave a study at any time without repercussions?

  • Anonymity
  • Informed consent
  • Voluntary participation (correct)
  • Debriefing

What ethical guideline is applied to research involving animals?

<p>Animals must be treated humanely and provided with proper housing (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential benefit of longitudinal studies?

<p>They allow researchers to observe changes over time (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Scientific Method?

<p>To validate theories and understand human behavior. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of research methodology is critical for drawing valid conclusions?

<p>Assessing the validity of findings. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of naturalistic observation?

<p>It minimizes participant awareness of observation. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a correlation coefficient of -0.75 indicate?

<p>A strong negative relationship between variables. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes a case study?

<p>An examination of a single individual to uncover universal principles. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What best describes the role of the independent variable in an experiment?

<p>The variable manipulated by researchers to observe effects. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is bias a concern in observational techniques?

<p>Bias can affect the objectivity of gathered information. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In psychological research, why is understanding different research methods important?

<p>It enhances the reliability of findings and conclusions. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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