Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

1. When psychologists speak of empirical evidence, they are referring to evidence gathered using the scientific method.
2. In descriptive research, a researcher manipulates behavior in a laboratory setting.
3. Epigenetic changes can be passed from one generation to the next.
4. In quasi-experiments, the influence of third variables can be eliminated through careful participant matching procedures
5. Randomized controlled trials in clinical research are analogous to experiments in nonclinical research.
6. In a double-blind procedure, the researcher knows which participants are receiving the treatment.
7. The Tuskegee experiments had a lasting effect on African Americans’ perception of health care professionals.
8. Deception is NOT used in psychological research.


1. True
2. False
3. True
4. False
5. True
6. False
7. True
8. False

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