Unbiased Research Methods Quiz

<p>Cues that tell participants what is expected of them</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Experimenter bias</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Naturalistic Observations = A careful examination of what happens under more or less natural conditions Case Histories = A thorough description of the person, including abilities and disabilities, medical condition, life history, unusual experiences, and whatever else seems relevant Surveys = A study of the prevalence of certain beliefs, attitudes, or behaviors based on people’s responses to questions Correlational Studies = A procedure in which investigators measure the correlation between two variables without controlling either of them</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sampling = The process of selecting a representative group from the population under study The Seriousness of Those Being Interviewed = The level of seriousness or honesty exhibited by the respondents during the survey The Wording of the Questions = The phrasing and structure of the survey questions, which can influence respondents' answers Surveyor Biases = The potential influence of the surveyor's personal opinions or attitudes on the survey results</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Correlation coefficient = A mathematical estimate of the relationship between two variables. The coefficient can range from +1 to –1 Scatterplots = Graphical representations where each dot represents a given individual, with one measurement for that individual on the x-axis (horizontal) and another measurement on the y-axis (vertical)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Naturalistic Observations = Focused on studying behavior in natural settings without intervention or manipulation Case Histories = Focused on providing detailed and comprehensive information about a specific individual or case Surveys = Focused on gathering information about beliefs, attitudes, or behaviors from a large sample of people Correlational Studies = Focused on examining the relationship between two variables without manipulating them</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sampling = Impacts the generalizability of survey results to the larger population The Seriousness of Those Being Interviewed = Impacts the validity and reliability of the survey responses The Wording of the Questions = Impacts the accuracy and consistency of the survey responses Surveyor Biases = Impacts the objectivity and credibility of the survey findings</p> Signup and view all the answers