As part of his job,Joseph has been observing iPod users as they manipulate both the standard and multi-touch interface models and will also survey them regarding these models.Joseph would best be described as a __________ psychologist.
A) human factors
B) humanistic
C) comparative
D) developmental

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Joseph's job involves studying how human beings interact with technology and how design affects their experience. This fits the definition of a human factors psychologist, who specializes in optimizing the interaction between people and technology. This is not within the domain of a humanistic psychologist (who focuses on individual growth and self-actualization), a comparative psychologist (who compares behavior and cognitive processes across different species), or a developmental psychologist (who studies how individuals change and grow over their lifespan).

As Part of His Job,Joseph Has Been Observing IPod Users