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</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential benefit of longitudinal studies?

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

    What is the primary purpose of the Scientific Method?

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

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

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

    What is a key characteristic of naturalistic observation?

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

    What does a correlation coefficient of -0.75 indicate?

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

    Why is bias a concern in observational techniques?

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

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