A researcher interested in the toy preferences of preschool children has decided to simulate an
actual store. However, she also wishes to maintain some control over the number of choices and
the influence of others.
She would be best advised to use which of the following research
methods?
a. Survey
b. Laboratory observation
c. Naturalistic observation
d. Case history
b. Laboratory observation
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Young people age 15 to 24 years who are sexually active are __________.
A. likely to have more frequent sexual intercourse than older sexually active individuals B. more likely than older sexually active individuals to get a sexually transmitted infection C. more likely than older sexually active individuals to take steps to avoid a sexually transmitted infection D. about as likely as older sexually active individuals to take steps to avoid a sexually transmitted infection
Descartes concluded that we can trust sensory information because:?
a. ?God will not deceive us b. ?it is always clear and distinct c. ?it is compatible with innate ideas d. ?it makes common sense to do so
Alcoholics Anonymous promotes controlled social drinking
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
A company selling diet pills claims that people taking the pill lost an average of 5 pounds in 2 days. It would be important to evaluate this claim by __________
a) evaluating the quality of the evidence used to support the claim b) considering the underlying motive of the person or company making the claim c) considering any alternative explanations for the results d) All of the above