When the researcher uses assistants to code and score behaviors stored on tape, the assistants _____
a. are always informed as to how the researcher thinks the experiment will turn out
b. should be acquainted with the participants
c. must give informed consent before every experimental session
d. are obliged to treat the data confidentially
D
All people who assist the experimenter must observe the ethical principle of confidentiality. They may not be given much information about the nature of the hypothesis because it might affect their behavior while assisting the experimenter. They are not required to sign informed consent forms.
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Regarding studies conducted on mixed-race groups, which of the following statements is FALSE?
a. Equal-status contact is an important means for reducing prejudice and stereotyping. b. Equal-status contact has been used successfully in lab settings but has not been effective in real-life work and school settings. c. Equal-status contact can be beneficial in promoting friendly behavior and respect toward the disliked group. d. Benefits are most likely to occur when personal contact is both cooperative and on an equal footing.
Describe the factors that influence a debriefing's effectiveness
What will be an ideal response?
The influence of managed care is likely to impact psychological treatment in the future in ALL BUT THE FOLLOWING ways:
a. There will be increased use of master's level providers and decreased use of doctoral level providers. b. There will be decreased use of self-help interventions. c. There will be greater use of computer- or Internet-assisted therapy. d. More psychological services will be delivered via primary care settings.
According to Wallas, the solution to a problem begins to come into consciousness during:
a. preparation. b. illumination. c. incubation. d. verification.