research methods

Question 1

scientific foundations of psychology: what makes it a science?

Answer 1

empirical evidence, scientific method

Question 2

steps in scientific research:

Answer 2

form a question based on experience or common knowledge. form a hypothesis. then test the hypothesis. analyze the results. draw a conclusion.

Question 3

replication:

Answer 3

for the findings of a study to be confirmed, the study must be replicated. study must be repeated - must produce the same results as before

Question 4

experiments:

Answer 4

experiments are the epitome of psychology and psychological research. most important research method.

Question 5

experiment:

Answer 5

research method used to determine cause and effect between variables

Question 6

independent variable:

Answer 6

the variable you manipulate

Question 7

dependent variable:

Answer 7

depends on the independent variable

Question 8

confounding variable:

Answer 8

one or more variables not under the control of the experimenter that can change the outcome of the results.