2.2.1 and 2.2.2 Flashcards

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Hypothesis

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A testable production, often implied by a theory

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In testing a theory, it can cause…

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Bias subjective observations

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Operational definition

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A statement of the procedures (operations) used to define research variables. For example, human intelligence may be operationally defines as what an intelligence test measures

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Replication

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Repeating the essence of a research study, usually with different participants in different situations to see whether the basic finding extends to other participants and circumstances

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A theory will be useful if it effectively…

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Organizes a range f self-reports and observations and implies clear predictions that anyone can use to check the theory or to derive practical applications

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Case study

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An observation technique in which one person is studied in depth in the hope of revealing universal principles

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Case studies often suggest…

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Directions for further study, and the show is what can happen

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Unrepresentative information can lead to…

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Mistaken judgements and false conclusions

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Survey

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A technique for ascertaining the self-reported attitudes of behaviors of a particular group, usually by questioning a representative, random sample of the group

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Wording of a survey….

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Can effect people’s answers

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The best basis for generalizing is…

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From a representative sample or cases

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Population

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All the cars in a group being studied, from which samples can be drawn

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Random sample

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A sample that fairly represents a population because each member had an equal chance of inclusion

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Naturalistic observations

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Observing an recording heavier in naturally occurring situations without trying to manipulate and control the situation

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Natural observations does not explain…

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Behavior but describes it

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16
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The more developed a primate’s brain….

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The more likely it is that the animal will display deceptive behaviors

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People are slower paced in….

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Economically less-developed countries

18
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People in colder climates….

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Tend to live at a faster pace

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Theory

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An explanation using an integrated set of principles that organizes observations and predicts behaviors or events