Reporting Psychological Investigations

Question 1

What are the sections of a lab report in order?

Answer 1

Abstract
Introduction
Method
Results
Discussion
References

Question 2

What is the abstract section?

Answer 2

Short summary of the key points of research.
Roughly 150-200 words.

Includes the aim, hypothesis, pps, method, results, data analysis and conclusions.

Important -
Gives general overview of study & allows reader to make an informed decision about whether or not to read the rest.