It is very important for a researcher to be skeptical in order to make sure that all possible explanations for a research outcome are considered

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.


Answer: True

Psychology

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Which of the following could be an example of the fundamental attribution error?

a. Ralph described himself as a failure. b. Ralph thought that the reason he failed was that he was sick that day. c. Jayne said Ralph failed because the test was unfair. d. Sue explained Ralph's failure in terms of his incompetence and laziness.

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Herbal remedies and natural products that can be purchased in Canada:

A) have been shown empirically to be effective in treating psychological disorders. B) have been deemed safe by the Canadian government. C) may be effective in treating certain psychological disorders but require further research. D) produce no psychological side effects or withdrawal symptoms.

Psychology

There is a big exam tomorrow, so you are trying to get in some last-minute preparation. Suddenly, you hear a noise from the first floor. Your body reacts instantly, and you wonder if a burglar has entered the house

Which part of your nervous system is responsible for the physiological changes that have occurred? a) sympathetic b) central c) somatic d) parasympathetic

Psychology

When Dr. McIntyre conducted her research with elementary and middle schools students, rather than having a space for a name, students were asked to come up with a password and write it on the top of their questionnaire packet. This was done to ensure ____

a. debriefing of participants b. informed consent c. confidentiality d. generalizability of the findings

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