Research Methods in Psychology

This research method is a technique for ascertaining the self – reported attitudes or behaviors of a particular group, usually by questioning a representative, random sample of the group.

• Survey

• Observational

• Correlational

• Experiments

• Case Study

Which research method involves observing subjects in their natural environment without interference?

• Survey

• Naturalistic Observation

• Experiment

• Case Study

What is the primary purpose of using a double-blind procedure in experiments?

• To increase sample size

• To eliminate bias

• To enhance data collection speed

• To reduce costs

Which research method is best suited for studying rare phenomena?

• Survey

• Experiment

• Case Study

• Naturalistic Observation

In psychological research, what does the term 'operational definition' refer to?

• A detailed description of the research hypothesis

• A precise statement of how a variable is measured

• A summary of the research findings

• A list of all variables in the study

Which of the following is a disadvantage of longitudinal studies?

• They are time-consuming

• They provide limited data

• They are less accurate

• They are less reliable

What is the main characteristic of a cross-sectional study?

• It studies the same group over time

• It compares different groups at one point in time

• It involves random assignment

• It focuses on qualitative data

Which research method is most effective for establishing cause-and-effect relationships?

• Survey

• Experiment

• Case Study

• Correlational Study

What is a common limitation of correlational studies?

• They cannot establish causation

• They are expensive to conduct

• They require large sample sizes

• They are time-consuming

Which term describes the consistency of a research study or measuring test?

• Validity

• Reliability

• Accuracy

• Precision