IB Psychology Paper 3 Strategies

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What is the correct order for explaining a concept in an IB Psychology Paper 3 response?

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C. Definition → Explanation → Application

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In Paper 3, why should students repeatedly refer to the case study provided?

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C. To show direct application and increase marks

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Which of the following is an appropriate way to apply 'participant bias' to the schema theory study?

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D. Participants may guess the aim and change their recall behavior.

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Why should students use 'because' and 'this means that' in their writing?

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B. To force clear explanation of cause and effect.

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What’s the main weakness of writing a bias paragraph without naming the type of bias?

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C. It lacks clarity and won't show understanding of the concept.

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Why should 'double-blind' procedures be mentioned in Paper 3?

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B. They reduce researcher bias and improve internal validity.

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What is a danger of writing about ethics too generally (e.g., 'they were probably treated fairly')?

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D. It doesn’t demonstrate understanding or application.

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Why is using technical vocabulary (e.g., IV, DV, internal validity) recommended in Paper 3?

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C. It shows conceptual understanding and subject mastery.

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Which of the following shows correct application of 'sampling bias' to the schema study?

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C. University students may not represent wider populations.

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Why is it helpful to explain how a suggested solution (e.g., triangulation) improves a study?

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B. It shows critical thinking and evaluation.