Research Methods for the Behavioral Sciences

10. Which of the following statements is most accurate? a) Some examples of animal 'teaching' appear to fit the current operational definition of teaching. b) It is commonly accepted that the current operational definition of 'teaching' captures the key components of human teaching. c) Meerkat 'teaching behavior' includes information regarding how to kill prey. d) Comparative cognition research indicates that 'teaching' is not a key component to the cumulative culture...

1. While shopping, you observe the behavior of adolescents at the mall and get some ideas about what may be causing the behavior. This is an example of getting research ideas from ____. a. theory b. casual observation c. systematic observation d. second hand information ANSWER: b POINTS: 1 DIFFICULTY: Moderate REFERENCES: 2.2 Sources of Research Ideas LEARNING OBJECTIVES: GRAV.METH.16.02.01 - Identify possible sources and use them to find a topic area for research. KEYWORDS...

meaning of psychology - ANSWER •"The word psychology literally means, "study of the soul" (ψυχή, psukhē, meaning "soul"; and -λογος -logos, translated as "study of" or "research")." (Wikipedia, 2014) •Psychology is a subject to answer what soul is. Is psychology a science? - ANSWER Yes! It relies on formal, systematic observation to answer questions about behavior •Since Dr. Wilhelm Wundt, psychology has been a science subject / discipline. ...

Which of the following is a key reason that researchers use a within-subjects design? a. To ensure that random assignment is used b. To manage sample size c. To observe changes in behavior over time d. To manage sample size and to observe changes in behavior over time - ANSWER To manage sample size and to observe changes in behavior over time A researcher uses a within-subjects design in which one group completes a difficult puzzle and the second group completes an easy puzzle. He finds ...

Define what the independent variable (IV) is - ANSWER The factor under investigation in an experiment which is manipulated to create two or more conditions (levels) and is expected to be responsible for changes in the dependent variable. Define what the dependent variable (DV) is - ANSWER The factor in an experiment which is measured and is expected to change under the influence of the independent variable. - The DV needs some form of operationalisation, therefore researchers must clearly de...

1. The critique of a quantitative research report should include what? a. Applying the findings in clinical practice b. Summarizing the major steps of the research process c. Constructively evaluating a study for its strengths and weaknesses d. Determining whether the phenomenon studied by participants can be recognized as their own - ANSWER C Feedback A Applying findings in clinical practice is performed after critiquing a study's strengths. B Summarizing the steps of the r...

How is nursing research significant to the profession of nursing? - ANSWER Theory-based nursing research provides a foundation for evidence-informed nursing care. Why are nursing practice-oriented scientific investigations valuable? - ANSWER Practice-focused research supports the effectiveness of nursing interventions and reinforces quality of nursing care. Why do nurses who do not conduct research need to understand the nursing research process? - ANSWER To be able to evaluate nursing res...

Institutional review boards determine whether research studies involving human subjects will achieve what? a. Publication b. Increase the body of nursing knowledge c. Avoid causing harm to research subjects d. Funding - ANSWER ANS: C The institutional review board (also called the human subjects committee) examines research proposals to ensure that the ethical rights of those individuals participating in the research study are protected. This board makes sure that persons who partici...

Statement of the problem - ANSWER explains the context for why the research is needed Most research... - ANSWER uses the scientific method, involves finding answers to a question, includes variables An experimental study is an example of what type of research? - ANSWER analytic A randomized controlled trial is an example of a research... - ANSWER design In an experimental study, looking at the effects of a weight loss drug on weight loss, which is the independent variable? - ANSWER d...

1) Tomorrow, Janice will be attending a party with a buffet. In anticipation of splurging on delicious food, she is eating very little today. Janice is using a ________ to help her estimate consumption over time and regulate her behavior. A) constructive process B) mental budget C) diet D) cognitive process - ANSWER B 2) According to ________, we evaluate the effort we'll need to make a particular choice and then we tailor the amount of cognitive "effort" we expend to make that c...