Case Studies Quiz

What type of data do case studies provide us with?

• Qualitative Data

• Quantitative Data

• Rich, In Depth Data

• Relationship Data

Answer explanation

Case studies provide us with rich, in depth data as it focuses on specific individuals/groups/events. This provides us with detailed insight regarding specific phenomena, which can then be applied to existing theories/concepts, and/or lead to further research and studies.

The multi store model of memory is a linear model.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

The multi store model of memory is an example of a linear model, as the model requires information to travel in a linear fashion between the different stores.

Information must travel from the SENSORY REGISTER to the SHORT TERM MEMORY store and then it can travel to the LONG TERM MEMORY store.

Which of these studies is an example of a case study?

• Baddeley

• KF

• Jacobs

• Bartlett

Answer explanation

The case of KF is an example of a case study, because it is an in depth study of a specific individual related to a specific phenomena.

KF had a motorbike accident, which impacted his memory. KF could not retain information in his STM, therefore his STM was impaired.

Which of the following is a weakness of case study data?

• Problems with generalising data to the wider population

• Difficult to replicate

• Issues of reliability

• All of the above

Answer explanation

Case study data in psychology lacks generalisability to the wider population due to the use of unrepresentative samples and the uniqueness of each case, making it challenging to draw broader conclusions.

Replication is an issue, as case studies often lack standardised procedures, this suggests problems with reliability and the scientific rigor associated with controlled lab experiments.

Additionally, case study data tends to be highly subjective, relying on qualitative observations and self-report, which can be influenced by researcher biases.

Therefore, while case studies offer valuable insights into individual experiences and unique phenomena, findings should be applied with caution.

What is the duration of short term memory?

• 18 seconds

• 2 seconds

• 2 minutes

• 30 seconds

Answer explanation

Short term memory has a limited duration of up to 30 seconds, although Peterson & Peterson found that the duration of short term memory lies between 18 and 30 seconds.

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