Question 1

A major problem with using Internet search engines such as Google as a method of obtaining research information is

Accepted Answer

Internet search engines do not allow you to limit your search to peer-reviewed articles, which means there is a risk of getting non-scientific or non-academic sources that can harm the research quality.

Question 2

A(n)_______ consists of a system of logical ideas proposed to explain a particular topic or phenomenon.

Accepted Answer

A theory is a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world, based on a body of facts that have been repeatedly confirmed through observation and experiment. It is a systematic and logical framework that explains a particular phenomenon. Hypothesis is an untested explanation, inquisition is a rigorous questioning or investigation, and distinction is a difference or contrast between things.

Question 3

Which one of the following would NOT be found in the introduction of a research report?

Accepted Answer

A description of how participants were selected and assigned to groups would typically be found in the methods section of a research report, not the introduction. The introduction typically provides an overview of the research problem, a review of relevant literature, and a statement of the research questions or hypotheses. It may also provide a summary of past research, but this is not always included. A prediction about the results may be included in the introduction, but it is not always necessary.

Question 4

Which one of the following would not always be found when you search the PsycINFO abstracting system?

Accepted Answer

PsycINFO is an abstracting system, which means it provides only brief descriptions of the contents of scholarly articles, not the complete articles themselves. The system does include the author and title of the article, as well as the journal reference (i.e. where the article was published).

Question 5

A prediction is best represented by which of the following statements?

Accepted Answer

A prediction statement makes a specific claim about what will happen in the future. In this case, the prediction is that female defendants will receive shorter prison sentences than male defendants. B is a statement of correlation, C is a statement of difference, and D is a statement of comparison, but none of these are predictions.

Question 6

Michael Lynn's study on tipping behavior in restaurants and hotels,described in the text,was designed to determine whether factors such as posture and communication influence tips left by customers.The idea for his study was based on

Accepted Answer

The answer of Michael Lynn's study on tipping behavior in...

Question 7

The statement "Punishment will be harsher for drunk drivers who cause serious injuries than for drivers who cause mild injuries" is an example of a

Accepted Answer

The answer of The statement "Punishment will be harsher for...

Question 8

Which of the following statements best represents a hypothesis?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following statements best represents...

Question 9

Which of the following would a researcher be least likely to do in order to find prior research on a specific topic?

Accepted Answer

Randomly selecting a journal and searching the table of contents would not be an effective or efficient way to find prior research on a specific topic. The other options, such as searching in Psychological Abstracts, conducting a computer search with PsycINFO, and consulting Psychological Bulletin, are all common methods for finding prior research on a topic in psychology.

Question 10

The scientific meaning of the term "theory" is

Accepted Answer

A scientific theory is an explanation or model based on observation, experimentation, and data from prior research. It is a well-substantiated explanation that has withstood the test of time and is supported by a large body of evidence. It is not just an idea or a guess, and it cannot be proven with absolute certainty as scientific knowledge is always subject to change and revision.

Question 11

Research articles formatted in APA are comprised of the following sections in which order?

Accepted Answer

The correct order of research articles formatted in APA includes an abstract, introduction, method, results, discussion, and references. Option C is the only one with the correct order of the sections.

Question 12

A scientist should consider a hypothesis to be supported if

Accepted Answer

A hypothesis is considered to be supported if observed data are consistent with it. This means that there is empirical evidence that supports the hypothesis, making it more likely to be true. Belief, inability to falsify, or financial support are not sufficient criteria to support a hypothesis.

Question 13

The statement "Females will report greater incidences of sexual harassment than will males" is an example of a ______,while the statement "Reported incidences of sexual harassment will vary according to gender" is an example of a ________.

Accepted Answer

The first statement is a prediction because it specifies the expected direction of the relationship (females reporting more incidents than males), while the second statement is a hypothesis as it suggests a relationship exists (variation according to gender) without specifying the direction.

Question 14

A hypothesis is a

Accepted Answer

A hypothesis is a tentative statement that suggests a possible explanation for an observed phenomenon or a prediction of results that can be tested through further investigation. It is not yet a proven fact, but rather a proposed explanation that requires further verification.

Question 15

A theory

Accepted Answer

A theory is a set of principles or ideas intended to explain phenomena. It is not necessarily proven, but it guides our observations and generates new knowledge that can either support or challenge the theory.

Question 16

What is the name of the principle that states that "where multiple theories can explain observed results,the best theory to adopt is the simplest one"?

Accepted Answer

The principle described is known as Occam's Razor or the principle of Parsimony, which suggests that a simple explanation that accounts for all the observed phenomena is preferred over a more complex explanation.

Question 17

A(n)______ is a statement about the expected relationship between variables.A(n)______ is a statement about the outcome of a particular experiment.

Accepted Answer

A hypothesis is a statement about the expected relationship between variables, while a prediction is a statement about the outcome of a particular experiment.

Question 18

When the results of an experiment are consistent with a prediction developed from a theory,we conclude that the theory is

Accepted Answer

When the results of an experiment are consistent with a prediction developed from a theory, it indicates that the theory is supported by the results. However, it is important to note that science does not prove theories to be true, it only supports them with evidence. Therefore, option A is incorrect. Similarly, option C is incorrect because the consistency of results with a theory does not make it necessarily true or false. Finally, option D is incorrect because if the results are consistent with the prediction, then they provide support for the theory.

Question 19

In which section of a research article would a reader find a summary of the entire project?

Accepted Answer

The abstract section of a research article provides a brief summary of the entire project, including the research question, methods, results, and conclusions. It is usually located at the beginning of the article and serves as a quick overview for readers.

Question 20

Which one of the following statements would be appropriate for the discussion section of a research report?

Accepted Answer

The statement in option A provides a conclusion based on the results obtained in the research and is therefore appropriate for the discussion section of a research report. Options B, C, and D provide details about the methodology and participant characteristics, which are more suitable for the methods and results sections of the research report.

Quiz 2: Where to Start

A major problem with using Internet search engines such as Google as a method of obtaining research information is

A(n) _______ consists of a system of logical ideas proposed to explain a particular topic or phenomenon.

Which one of the following would NOT be found in the introduction of a research report?

Which one of the following would not always be found when you search the PsycINFO abstracting system?

A prediction is best represented by which of the following statements?

Michael Lynn's study on tipping behavior in restaurants and hotels,described in the text,was designed to determine whether factors such as posture and communication influence tips left by customers.The idea for his study was based on

The statement "Punishment will be harsher for drunk drivers who cause serious injuries than for drivers who cause mild injuries" is an example of a

Which of the following statements best represents a hypothesis?

Which of the following would a researcher be least likely to do in order to find prior research on a specific topic?

The scientific meaning of the term "theory" is

Research articles formatted in APA are comprised of the following sections in which order?

A scientist should consider a hypothesis to be supported if

The statement "Females will report greater incidences of sexual harassment than will males" is an example of a ,while the statement "Reported incidences of sexual harassment will vary according to gender" is an example of a __.

A hypothesis is a

A theory

What is the name of the principle that states that "where multiple theories can explain observed results,the best theory to adopt is the simplest one"?

A(n) is a statement about the expected relationship between variables.A(n) is a statement about the outcome of a particular experiment.

When the results of an experiment are consistent with a prediction developed from a theory,we conclude that the theory is

In which section of a research article would a reader find a summary of the entire project?

Which one of the following statements would be appropriate for the discussion section of a research report?

Quiz 2: Where to Start

A major problem with using Internet search engines such as Google as a method of obtaining research information is

A(n) _______ consists of a system of logical ideas proposed to explain a particular topic or phenomenon.

Which one of the following would NOT be found in the introduction of a research report?

Which one of the following would not always be found when you search the PsycINFO abstracting system?

A prediction is best represented by which of the following statements?

Michael Lynn's study on tipping behavior in restaurants and hotels,described in the text,was designed to determine whether factors such as posture and communication influence tips left by customers.The idea for his study was based on

The statement "Punishment will be harsher for drunk drivers who cause serious injuries than for drivers who cause mild injuries" is an example of a

Which of the following statements best represents a hypothesis?

Which of the following would a researcher be least likely to do in order to find prior research on a specific topic?

The scientific meaning of the term "theory" is

Research articles formatted in APA are comprised of the following sections in which order?

A scientist should consider a hypothesis to be supported if

The statement "Females will report greater incidences of sexual harassment than will males" is an example of a ______,while the statement "Reported incidences of sexual harassment will vary according to gender" is an example of a ________.

A hypothesis is a

A theory

What is the name of the principle that states that "where multiple theories can explain observed results,the best theory to adopt is the simplest one"?

A(n) ______ is a statement about the expected relationship between variables.A(n) ______ is a statement about the outcome of a particular experiment.

When the results of an experiment are consistent with a prediction developed from a theory,we conclude that the theory is

In which section of a research article would a reader find a summary of the entire project?

Which one of the following statements would be appropriate for the discussion section of a research report?

The statement "Females will report greater incidences of sexual harassment than will males" is an example of a ,while the statement "Reported incidences of sexual harassment will vary according to gender" is an example of a __.

A(n) is a statement about the expected relationship between variables.A(n) is a statement about the outcome of a particular experiment.