The first step in the research process is ____
a. identifying an idea and searching the literature to form the research question
b. forming a testable, refutable hypothesis based on current theories
c. deciding which individuals should participate and how they should be recruited
d. selecting a research and analytic strategy based on what is typically used
a
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If we hear a complaint that experimental psychology research lacks ecological validity, the person is complaining that __________
a. the research is not representative of real-world situations b. the research lacks sufficient precision c. the research lacks an appropriate comparison group d. we are attempting to understand complex phenomena by breaking them down into their components
Jack was recently passed over for a promotion at work. He tells his wife that he is not appreciated at work and his hard work goes unnoticed. Several weeks later, Jack's boss notices that Jack has been coming to work late and leaving early. Jack ends up getting fired. According to Ellis's ABC approach, which of the following would be the "A" of Ellis's "A-B-C" paradigm?
A. Jack being passed over for a promotion B. Jack's feeling that he is not appreciated at work C. Jack's late arrivals and early departures from work D. Jack getting fired
A male rat has been given an injection of testosterone. Which of the following behaviors is likely to INCREASE as a consequence?
A. Nonspecific gender behavior B. Maternal behavior C. Aggressive behavior D. All of these
Although there has been little evidence of validated treatments for antisocial personality disorder, which of these approaches is less effective than the others?
a. Cognitive-behavioral therapy b. Early intervention c. Intensive individual therapy d. Medication to treat aggression