WorksheetsCAIE Psychology A-level Research Methods Quiz
Total questions: 14
Worksheet time: 7mins
What is the independent variable in an experiment?
The factor that is measured
The factor that is manipulated
The factor that is controlled
The factor that is observed
What does a null hypothesis state?
The independent variable affects the dependent variable
There is a relationship between the variables
There is no relationship between the variables
The dependent variable is constant
Which type of experiment is conducted in an artificially controlled environment?
Field Experiment
Quasi Experiment
Natural Experiment
Laboratory Experiment
What is a strength of a field experiment?
Easy replication
High control over extraneous variables
High ecological validity
Standardised procedures
What is operationalising a hypothesis?
Making it subjective
Making it vague and broad
Making it testable and measurable
Making it complex
What does internal validity refer to?
The cause-and-effect relationship established
The ethical considerations of the study
The accuracy of the measurement
The generalisability of results
What is a limitation of using a laboratory experiment?
High ecological validity
Low control over extraneous variables
Artificial environment may affect generalisability
Participants are unaware of the study
What is the purpose of random allocation in experiments?
To ensure participants know the study's aim
To control for participant variables
To increase the sample size
To manipulate the independent variable
What does qualitative research focus on?
Numerical data analysis
Objective measurements
Statistical significance
Thoughts, feelings, and opinions
What is a common ethical guideline in psychological research?
Anonymity is not necessary
Participants must be informed about the study
Participants can be harmed for research
Deception is encouraged
What is the main focus of external validity?
The control of extraneous variables
The generalisability of the findings
The accuracy of the measurement
The reliability of the results
What does demand characteristics refer to?
The cues that influence participant behavior
The manipulation of the independent variable
The ethical considerations of the study
The random allocation of participants
What is the purpose of debriefing participants?
To ensure confidentiality
To inform them about the study's true aims
To manipulate their responses
To collect data for analysis
What is a characteristic of quantitative research?
Focuses on individual experiences
Numerical and objective
Explores complex ideas
Rich in detail and subjective
