A researcher replicates a past study that manipulates the physical attractiveness of a defendant by using photographs instead of written descriptions. This technique would be an example of _____ replication.
A)procedural
B)abstract
C)exact
D)conceptual

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Conceptual replication involves changing the method or procedure of a study while keeping the underlying hypothesis the same. In this case, changing from written descriptions to photographs to manipulate attractiveness is a change in method, aiming to test the same underlying concept.

A Researcher Replicates a Past Study That Manipulates the Physical