Ellie, a college sophomore, doesn't enjoy going to social events. She would prefer to stay at home. Which of The Big Five traits is most relevant to Ellie?
A. supertrait
B. conscientiousness
C. extraversion
D. locus of control
Answer: C
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a. an experiment c. a projective test b. a case study d. a clinical observation
One of McDougall’s major criticisms of Watson’s position is that it:
a. was too subjective b. relied too heavily on the concept of instinct c. cannot account for the most satisfying human experiences d. viewed both human and nonhuman behavior as purposive
Figures in a research report should
a. appear before the references b. be color coded c. not have page numbers on them d. be hand drawn, preferably by the author
A researcher records the amount of light it takes to detect a small visual stimulus in a dark room. Luminance is the variable being measured and may be thought of here as physical energy. What level of measurement is most likely involved in making this observation?
a. nominal b. ordinal c. interval d. ratio