Psychological Research Methods Flashcard

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What is the purpose of a control group in an experimental design?

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To provide a baseline for comparison

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Explain the difference between independent and dependent variables in an experiment.

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Independent variables are manipulated by the experimenter, while dependent variables are the outcome or response that is measured.

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What are the advantages of using observational studies in psychological research?

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Observational studies provide insights into real-life behavior and experiences.

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How can the wording of survey questions impact the results?

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The wording can lead to biased or inaccurate results.

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What are some common types of bias that can occur in surveys and questionnaires? Options: Hawthorne effect, demand characteristics, and experimenter bias; Observer bias, recall bias, and expectancy bias; Selection bias, response bias, and social desirability bias; Confirmation bias, placebo bias, and anchoring bias

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Selection bias, response bias, and social desirability bias

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Why are case studies used in psychological research?

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To provide in-depth, detailed information about a specific individual or small group.

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What are the ethical considerations when conducting research with human participants?

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Obtaining informed consent, ensuring confidentiality and privacy, minimizing harm, and providing debriefing after the study.

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What is the role of a hypothesis in psychological research?

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A hypothesis is a tentative explanation or prediction about some phenomenon that can be tested through research.

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What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative research methods in psychology?

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Qualitative methods focus on non-numerical data, while quantitative methods focus on numerical data.

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Why is it important to consider cultural factors in psychological research?

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Cultural factors can influence the interpretation and generalizability of research findings.