Ap Psych Module 3

Question 1

Theory

Answer 1

An explana tion using an integrated set of principles that organizes observations and predicts behaviors or events.

Question 2

Hypothesis

Answer 2

A testable prediction, often implied by a theory.

Question 3

Operational definition

Answer 3

A statement of the procedures used to define research variables. For example, human intelligence may be operationally defined as, “what an intellegence test measures.”

Question 4

Replication

Answer 4

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.

Question 5

Case Study

Answer 5

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

Question 6

Survey

Answer 6

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

Question 7

Population

Answer 7

all the cases in a group being studied, from which samples may be drawn.

Question 8

Random samples

Answer 8

Samples that fairly represent a population because each member has an equal chance of inclusion.

Question 9

Naturalistic observation

Answer 9

observing and recording behavior in naturally occurring situations without trying to manipulate and control the situation.