Most social research is exclusively applied or basic research
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
False
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Dating individuals who are geographically close is called ________
Fill in the blanks with correct word
Researchers at the University of Duke Falls, Miami, Florida, USA, want to test a new drug on some of their participants. Most of the participants who have volunteered speak English only as a second language and often times very poorly. The researchers are, however, unsure of the side effects of the drug that is being tested. To confirm to the ethical standards required for such research, which of the following best describes what the researchers must do?
a. Ask persons to participate and then conduct the test. b. Inform the participants of the risks. c. Do nothing; the drug is to benefit the society, so it is great they are participating in the test. d. Inform the participants of the risks in a language they can all understand.
Which of the following is LEAST likely to hinder the learning of older adults?
a. self-pacing b. use of abstract concepts c. distraction d. formal testing situations
The 2000 Census reported that one in every eight Americans is 65 years of age and older (about 35 million). In 2010, 40 million people were 65 or older. By 2030, they estimate that will change to:
a. 1 in 2. b. 1 in 5. c. 1 in 8. d. 1 in 10.