Representative samples allow for more accurate generalizations to a target population
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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Critics argue that if one of Freud's patients said "I love my father," Freud would take this as evidence of a reaction formation, yet if the same patient said "I hate my father," he would see this as a breakthrough and confirmation of his hypothesis. Critics use this example to try to make which point?
A. Freud relied too heavily on case study data. B. Most of the information we have about Freud's case studies was subject to Freud's interpretation. C. Freud's patients may not be representative of the average person. D. Many of the hypotheses generated from Freud's theory are not testable.
One way to counteract a possible third-variable problem is to use:
A) the matched samples technique. B) the case method. C) a double-blind observation. D) the random assignment procedure.
Which component of happiness is realized by contributing to the greater good?
A. The good life B. The meaningful life C. The pleasant life D. The satisfied life
The narrative method of conducting research involves:
a. measuring and comparing an aspect of individual behavior from at least two cultural groups. b. translating materials. c. reviewing a variety of narrative materials including stories (oral or written), diaries, letters, etc., and their analysis. d. talking with people.