PSYCH 280 FINAL STUDY GUIDE QUESTIONS
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What are the basic components of Observation, forming a question, generating a
the scientific method? hypothesis, designing a study, collecting data,
analyzing data, drawing conclusions, and
communicating results.
How does knowledge from Authority is based on expertise or status; science
authority differ from scientific is based on systematic observation and empirical
knowledge? evidence.
How does intuition differ from Intuition relies on gut feelings and personal
science? experience; science uses controlled, systematic
methods that reduce bias.
, What is the limitation of intuition for Intuition is biased and often wrong; it cannot
understanding human nature? reliably test claims.
What is a hypothesis? A specific, testable prediction derived from a
theory.
What is a theory? A broad explanation that organizes findings and
generates hypotheses.
What is inductive reasoning in Developing general ideas or theories from
research? specific observations.
What is deductive reasoning in Using general theories to form specific, testable
research? hypotheses.
What is peer review? A process where experts evaluate a manuscript
before publication to ensure quality and validity.
What is the function of informed Ensures participants understand the study, risks,
consent? rights, and voluntary nature before participating.
Why is debriefing important? It explains the study's purpose, removes
misconceptions, and reveals any deception used.
What should be included in a Study purpose, methods, reveal deception,
debriefing? answer questions, provide contact info, and offer
resources if needed.
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Terms in this set (60)
What are the basic components of Observation, forming a question, generating a
the scientific method? hypothesis, designing a study, collecting data,
analyzing data, drawing conclusions, and
communicating results.
How does knowledge from Authority is based on expertise or status; science
authority differ from scientific is based on systematic observation and empirical
knowledge? evidence.
How does intuition differ from Intuition relies on gut feelings and personal
science? experience; science uses controlled, systematic
methods that reduce bias.
, What is the limitation of intuition for Intuition is biased and often wrong; it cannot
understanding human nature? reliably test claims.
What is a hypothesis? A specific, testable prediction derived from a
theory.
What is a theory? A broad explanation that organizes findings and
generates hypotheses.
What is inductive reasoning in Developing general ideas or theories from
research? specific observations.
What is deductive reasoning in Using general theories to form specific, testable
research? hypotheses.
What is peer review? A process where experts evaluate a manuscript
before publication to ensure quality and validity.
What is the function of informed Ensures participants understand the study, risks,
consent? rights, and voluntary nature before participating.
Why is debriefing important? It explains the study's purpose, removes
misconceptions, and reveals any deception used.
What should be included in a Study purpose, methods, reveal deception,
debriefing? answer questions, provide contact info, and offer
resources if needed.
