Research Methodology and Ethics Quiz

Deductive reasoning is a method of reasoning in which a conclusion is based on the concordance of multiple premises that are generally assumed to be true.

An Institutional Review Board (IRB) is a committee that is formally designated to approve, monitor, and review biomedical and behavioral research involving humans.

A literature review in the research process serves to summarize and synthesize existing research on a particular topic, providing context for the current study and identifying gaps or areas for further investigation.

The American Psychological Association (APA) is a professional organization representing psychologists in the United States. In the context of research, APA is also known for its publication manual which provides guidelines for writing and formatting research papers.

Qualitative research methods involve collecting non-numerical data, often through techniques such as interviews, observations, or content analysis, to gain insights into social phenomena and subjective experiences.

In research, the Primary Investigator (PI) is the individual who is primarily responsible for the conception, design, execution, and management of a research project.

Random sampling is a technique used in research to ensure that every member of the population has an equal opportunity to be included in the sample, thus increasing the generalizability of the results.

While bias in data analysis is an important consideration in research, it is not specifically categorized as an ethical consideration in research involving human subjects. Ethical considerations in such research typically revolve around issues like informed consent, confidentiality, and minimizing harm to participants.

Validity in research refers to the degree to which a measurement accurately reflects the concept it is intended to measure, ensuring that the results of the study are meaningful and applicable to the research question.

Reliability in research refers to the consistency and stability of research findings, ensuring that the results are reproducible and dependable.

A control group is a group in an experiment or study that does not receive the experimental treatment or intervention, serving as a basis for comparison to evaluate the effects of the treatment.

Qualitative research typically involves collecting and analyzing non-numerical data, such as words, images, or observations, to explore social phenomena and subjective experiences, unlike quantitative research which focuses on numerical data analysis and statistical inference.

A double-blind study is a research design in which neither the participants nor the researchers involved know which participants are receiving the treatment or intervention being studied, reducing potential bias in the results.