Science In Psychology

Question 1

The study of cause and effect

Answer 1

Experimental research aims to demonstrate a causal relationship by manipulating the independent variable so the effect on the dependent variable can be measured.

Question 2

Falsifications

Answer 2

The ability to demonstrate that a hypothesis is false

Question 3

Replicabilty

Answer 3

The ability to repeat an original procedure in exactly the same way. If a finding from a study is valid, it should be possible to obtain the same value if the study is repeated.

Question 4

Objectivity

Answer 4

The ability to take an unbiased external perspective by not being affected by a personal or individual viewpoint

Question 5

Induction

Answer 5

A scientific method that uses observation to generate testable hypotheses, which are then developed into theories

Question 6

Deduction

Answer 6

A scientific method that develops hypotheses from theories , then tests the hypotheses to see if they hold true

Question 7

Hypothesis Testing

Answer 7

A hypothesis is formulated once a theory has been identified or proposed. The hypothesis is tested through empirical research - research that results in the collection, analysis and evaluation of data.

Question 8

Manipulation of Variables

Answer 8

The manipulation of independent variables to see the variation in results depending on whether it is or isn’t present.

Question 9

Control

Answer 9

The extent to which any variables are held constant or regulated by the researcher

Question 10

Standardisation

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Ensuring that all procedures are the same for every participant so performances are comparable

Question 11

Quantifiable Measures

Answer 11

Recording behaviour in numbers for ease of analysis