#1
Which of the following is NOT a research method in psychology?
Opinion polling
ExplanationOpinion polling is not a standard research method in psychology.
#2
Which of the following is an example of a correlational study?
A study measuring the relationship between stress and academic performance
ExplanationCorrelational studies examine the relationship between two variables without manipulation.
#3
What does a null hypothesis state?
There is no difference between groups
ExplanationA null hypothesis asserts that there is no significant difference between groups being compared.
#4
Which of the following is an example of a quasi-experimental design?
None of the above
ExplanationQuasi-experimental designs lack random assignment, and none of the options provided qualify.
#5
What is the primary goal of qualitative research?
To describe and understand phenomena
ExplanationQualitative research aims to provide detailed descriptions and understanding of phenomena.
#6
What is the purpose of a control group in an experiment?
To provide a comparison for the experimental group
ExplanationControl groups serve as a baseline for comparison to assess the impact of the independent variable.
#7
What is the independent variable in an experiment?
The variable that is manipulated
ExplanationThe independent variable is the one manipulated by the researcher to observe its effects.
#8
Which of the following is NOT a type of sampling method used in psychological research?
Purposive sampling
ExplanationPurposive sampling is not a recognized sampling method in psychological research.
#9
Which of the following is NOT a type of validity in research?
Experimental validity
ExplanationExperimental validity is not a recognized type of validity in research.