Question 1

In the context of descriptive research methods in psychology, _____ are performed mainly by clinical psychologists when, for either practical or ethical reasons, the unique aspects of an individual's life cannot be duplicated and tested in other individuals.

Accepted Answer

A) case studies 
B) surveys 
C) correlational studies 
D) experiments

Question 2

In the context of psychological research methods, which of the following refers to a carefully regulated procedure in which the researcher manipulates one or more variables that are believed to influence some other variable?

Accepted Answer

A) experiments 
B) correlational studies 
C) case studies 
D) surveys

Question 3

Professor Wong measured the intelligence and temperament of a group of preschoolers.He plans to follow the same group of participants over time and collect similar data when the children are in 3 grade, 6 grade, and 9 grade.This is an example of which type of research design?

Accepted Answer

A) sampling design 
B) experimental design 
C) longitudinal design 
D) double-blind experiment

Question 4

_____ provide an objective description of how variables are going to be measured and observed in a particular study.

Accepted Answer

A) Independent variables 
B) Operational definitions 
C) External validity checks 
D) Experimenter biases

Question 5

Wilhelm Wundt's approach to discovering the basic elements of mental processes is called

Accepted Answer

A) functionalism. 
B) structuralism. 
C) humanism. 
D) behaviorism.

Question 6

Sonja believes the pill her doctor gave her has cured her of her anxiety disorder, even though the pill contained no active ingredients.Sonja's belief that she is better now is an example of the _____ effect.

Accepted Answer

A) control 
B) double-blind 
C) confound 
D) placebo

Question 7

Dr.Aoki used double-blind procedures in his experiments to reduce the potential for

Accepted Answer

A) poor operational definitions. 
B) experimenter bias and selection bias. 
C) participant bias and social desirability. 
D) experimenter bias and participant bias.

Question 8

In the case of _____, one wants to know whether the experimental methods are free from biases and logical errors that may render the results suspect.

Accepted Answer

A) internal validity 
B) external validity 
C) face validity 
D) reliability

Question 9

Dr.Badal is a psychologist who studies achievement motivation among groups of African American, Latino, and Asian American people.Dr.Badal likely practices the _____ approach to psychology.

Accepted Answer

A) sociocultural 
B) biological 
C) evolutionary 
D) cognitive

Question 10

A case study

Accepted Answer

A) is an in-depth look at a single individual. 
B) is useful for studying large populations. 
C) involves random assignment of participants. 
D) relies on the experimental method.

Exam 1: The Science of Psychology