A researcher tries to understand the aggressive driving behaviors of drivers by observing the honking patterns and hand gestures displayed by those drivers. This is an example of ________ observation.
A. concealed
B. qualitative
C. archival
D. systematic
Answer: D
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In what way does the Wechsler IQ tests have an advantage over Raven's Progressive Matrices?
a. The Wechsler tests identify strengths and weaknesses on a variety of abilities. b. The Wechsler tests are fairer to people who speak non-European languages. c. Most people get higher IQ scores on the Wechsler tests. d. The Wechsler tests identify the brain areas responsible for various tasks.
Why is it necessary to study a sample of individuals that is representative of a larger population? a. because a sample gives better statistical strength than a population, and this allows a research to "confirm" any hypothesis (s)he has made b. because there are ethical restrictions against gathering data from a population, but not a sample
c. because a population will include too many people who would be unwilling to answer questions honestly. d. because it would be impractical, perhaps even impossible, to attempt to gather data from an entire population of individuals.
Forming impressions and making judgments about the traits of others is called:
a. social facilitation c. social reasoning b. person perception d. person polarization
Suan, a 10-year-old, asks his mother for $15 to buy a new toy car. He knows that his mother will refuse. When she does refuse, he happily convinces her to give him $3 to buy his favorite chocolate milkshake. In the context of the specific techniques that represent attempts to gain compliance, Suan is most likely using the ________ technique in this scenario.
A. foot-in-the-mouth B. that's-not-all C. door-in-the-face D. foot-in-the-door