Psychological Research Quiz

What step of the scientific method involves analyzing the data collected from an experiment?

• Identifying the problem

• Formulating an explanation

• Carrying out research

• Communicating results

A researcher develops a comprehensive explanation about human emotions. What is this called?

• Hypothesis

• Theory

• Correlation

• Operational definition

Which research method involves simply observing behavior in its natural environment without interference?

• Experimentation

• Naturalistic observation

• Survey research

• Archival research

What is an operational definition?

• A specific, testable prediction

• The method used to measure a variable

• A broad explanation of phenomena

• A set of unorganized principles

What is the purpose of a double-blind procedure in psychological research?

• To minimize participant bias

• To ensure the reliability of the operational definition

• To eliminate experimental bias

• To identify correlations

In which research method are participants asked a series of questions about their behaviors or attitudes?

• Case study

• Naturalistic observation

• Survey research

• Archival research

What does a correlation coefficient indicate?

• The number of participants in a study

• The strength and direction of a relationship between variables

• The cause-and-effect relationship in an experiment

• The ethical considerations in a study

A researcher reviews historical documents to explore societal trends. What type of research is this?

• Survey research

• Archival research

• Naturalistic observation

• Case study

What is the term for a small, focused study of one individual or group?

• Archival research

• Case study

A researcher examines how participants' stress levels change when exposed to a specific stimulus. Which method are they likely using?

• A. Correlational research

• B. Experimental research

• C. Naturalistic observation

• D. Archival research