Quiz: Comprehensive Final Exam
Due Dec 12, 2025 at 11:59pm
Points 150
Questions 60
Time Limit 75 Minutes
This quiz is no longer available as the course has been concluded.
Attempt History
Attempt Time Score
LATEST Attempt 1 40 minutes 142.5 out of 150
Correct answers are hidden.
Score for this quiz: 142.5 out of 150
Submitted Dec 7, 2025 at 3:51pm
This attempt took 40 minutes.
Question 1
2..5 pts
A(n) __________ is any theory, method, or belief that appears to be based in science but is
not.
null science
pseudoscience
irrationalism
fringe theory
Question 2
2..5 pts
Science is __________.
self-correcting.
authority.
empirical.
A and C
Question 3
2..5 pts
,Horoscopes were developed by those who study __________.
astrology.
astronomy.
anthropology.
geology.
Question 4
2..5 pts
Which of the following statements accurately describes author notes?
Author notes are always given.
Author notes are contained within the abstract.
Author notes are not required for a student paper in APA writing style.
Author notes do not provide acknowledgements.
Question 5
2..5 pts
Which of the following statements about how to indicate numbers is correct?
use numerals for numbers 10 or lower
write out (express in words) numbers 10 or higher
use numerals for numbers 10 and higher
write out (express in words) numbers 20 or lower
Question 6
2..5 pts
Which of the following is an example of a testable research hypothesis?
Religious groups are moral.
Religious groups are immoral.
Members of religious groups consider themselves to be moral.
Both A and B
Question 7
2..5 pts
A __________ is an overarching principle that explains separate research findings in an
area.
premise
thesis
supposition
, theory
Question 8
2..5 pts
When you ask yourself the question, “Where will this behavior or event be exhibited” you
are conducting research for which goal of psychology?
predict
explain
influence
confusion
Question 9
2..5 pts
The last goal of psychological research can be categorized as __________ research.
basic
psychological
applied
behavioral
Question 10
2..5 pts
What is the first step to questionnaire construction?
complete an IRB application
locate participants to complete the questionnaire
consider the purpose of survey
proof read your survey
Question 11
2..5 pts
Why might a researcher select to use a naturalistic observation?
the opportunity to wait for an event to occur
the opportunity to observe spontaneous behavior
the opportunity for observers to influence events
the opportunity to determine cause and effect
Question 12
2..5 pts
Due Dec 12, 2025 at 11:59pm
Points 150
Questions 60
Time Limit 75 Minutes
This quiz is no longer available as the course has been concluded.
Attempt History
Attempt Time Score
LATEST Attempt 1 40 minutes 142.5 out of 150
Correct answers are hidden.
Score for this quiz: 142.5 out of 150
Submitted Dec 7, 2025 at 3:51pm
This attempt took 40 minutes.
Question 1
2..5 pts
A(n) __________ is any theory, method, or belief that appears to be based in science but is
not.
null science
pseudoscience
irrationalism
fringe theory
Question 2
2..5 pts
Science is __________.
self-correcting.
authority.
empirical.
A and C
Question 3
2..5 pts
,Horoscopes were developed by those who study __________.
astrology.
astronomy.
anthropology.
geology.
Question 4
2..5 pts
Which of the following statements accurately describes author notes?
Author notes are always given.
Author notes are contained within the abstract.
Author notes are not required for a student paper in APA writing style.
Author notes do not provide acknowledgements.
Question 5
2..5 pts
Which of the following statements about how to indicate numbers is correct?
use numerals for numbers 10 or lower
write out (express in words) numbers 10 or higher
use numerals for numbers 10 and higher
write out (express in words) numbers 20 or lower
Question 6
2..5 pts
Which of the following is an example of a testable research hypothesis?
Religious groups are moral.
Religious groups are immoral.
Members of religious groups consider themselves to be moral.
Both A and B
Question 7
2..5 pts
A __________ is an overarching principle that explains separate research findings in an
area.
premise
thesis
supposition
, theory
Question 8
2..5 pts
When you ask yourself the question, “Where will this behavior or event be exhibited” you
are conducting research for which goal of psychology?
predict
explain
influence
confusion
Question 9
2..5 pts
The last goal of psychological research can be categorized as __________ research.
basic
psychological
applied
behavioral
Question 10
2..5 pts
What is the first step to questionnaire construction?
complete an IRB application
locate participants to complete the questionnaire
consider the purpose of survey
proof read your survey
Question 11
2..5 pts
Why might a researcher select to use a naturalistic observation?
the opportunity to wait for an event to occur
the opportunity to observe spontaneous behavior
the opportunity for observers to influence events
the opportunity to determine cause and effect
Question 12
2..5 pts
