PSYC 300 WEEK 2 QUIZ: CHAPTER 2 & 3

PSYC 300 WEEK 2 QUIZ: CHAPTER 2 & 3Part 1 of 1 - 15.0 Points Question 1 of 15 1.0 Points Basic research is: A.research intended to enhance basic knowledge about the physical, biological, psychological, or social world or to shed light on historical, cultural, or aesthetic phenomena. B.informal research conducted locally by a small staff with a small budget, the purpose of which is to pave the way for larger research initiatives. C.large scale research performed under contract with a governmental agency such as the National Science Foundation (NSF), National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), etc. D.research intended to address issues that have immediate relevance to current practices, procedures, and policies. Answer Key: A Question 2 of 15 1.0 Points Applied research is: A.research that informs human decision making about immediate, practical problems. B.research intended to enhance basic knowledge and theoretical reasoning about the world. C.informal research conducted by a small staff with a small budget, designed to shed light on a problem of local interest. D.large-scale research performed under contract with a governmental agency. Answer Key: A Question 3 of 15 1.0 Points Which of the following represents a well-written basic research problem?