Finals

Question 1

To decide whether the difference between the means of two groups; the result of random fluctuations or whether it is a reliable difference.

Answer 1

Value of t

Question 2

A statistical hypothesis that we attempt to disprove.

Answer 2

Null hypothesis

Question 3

Function of the number of participants in the experiment.

Answer 3

Degree of freedom

Question 4

To interpret the results of the investigation and to relate those to other studies.

Answer 4

Discussion

Question 5

Effects can only be seen in one direction.

Answer 5

One-tailed

Question 6

Test for effects in both direction.

Answer 6

Two-tailed

Question 7

Independent groups; the members of each group are different participants.

Answer 7

Between subjects design

Question 8

Involves equal number of participants and their characteristics are exactly alike.

Answer 8

Within subject design

Question 9

With 3 or more independent variable; evaluates the impact of a sole factor or a sole response variable.

Answer 9

One-way ANOVA

Question 10

Study of the mind; tests are administered to participants, outcomes are measured, and comparisons are made.

Answer 10

Experimental Psychology

Question 11

Father of Experimental Psychology.

Answer 11

Wilhelm Wundt

Question 12

When did modern experimental psychology started.

Answer 12

1879

Question 13

Where did Wundt find the first psychology laboratory?

Answer 13

Leipzig, Germany

Question 14

Who was the first professor of experimental psychology?

Answer 14

Sir Frederic Charles Bartlett FRS