LSP Research Methods & Psychological Theories

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of psychological research?

Accepted Answer

To systematically study behavior and mental processes.

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To entertain people.

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To diagnose diseases.

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To prescribe medications.

Question 2

Which research design manipulates variables to determine cause and effect?

Accepted Answer

Experimental design.

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Correlational design.

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Descriptive design.

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Qualitative design.

Question 3

What is a hypothesis in psychological research?

Accepted Answer

A testable prediction.

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An unchangeable fact.

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A random guess.

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An assumption without evidence.

Question 4

What is a confounding variable?

Accepted Answer

An external factor influencing results.

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The independent variable.

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The dependent variable.

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The control variable.

Question 5

Which psychological theory emphasizes learning through reinforcement?

Accepted Answer

Behaviorism.

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Psychoanalytic theory.

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Humanistic theory.

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Cognitive theory.

Question 6

What is the role of a control group in an experiment?

Accepted Answer

To act as a baseline for comparison.

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To receive the experimental treatment.

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To confuse participants.

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To manipulate variables.

Question 7

What is informed consent?

Accepted Answer

Voluntary agreement after full disclosure.

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Forced participation.

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Participation without explanation.

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Coerced participation.

Question 8

What does random assignment do in research?

Accepted Answer

Reduces bias by random distribution.

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Introduces bias.

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Increases bias.

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Has no effect on bias.

Question 9

Which psychological theory focuses on self-actualization?

Accepted Answer

Humanistic theory.

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Behaviorism.

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Psychoanalysis.

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Cognitive theory.