Why is it necessary to create operational definitions for psychological research?

What will be an ideal response?


Many psychological concepts are complex and abstract, therefore not easily measured. An operational definition permits us to develop an objective, measurable way to work with an abstract idea. Operational definitions also allow others to evaluate our research and to repeat our procedures.

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The General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT) is

a. a trade agreement developed by the Bush administration. b. the prospective trade agreement between the United States, Mexico, and Canada. c. a trade agreement between Western European nations, Japan, and the United States. d. None of the above is true.

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In 1976, South African police opened fire on hundreds of protesters in Soweto who objected to __________

a. Christian school prayer b. separate-but-equal public accommodations c. learning Afrikaans in school d. enlisting in the military

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The attachment of voters to political parties is weaker today than it was in the late 19th century.

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

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What kinds of challenges does globalization pose for American workers and American labor unions?

What will be an ideal response?

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