Research Methods Quiz- Psychology (AS)

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AQA Psychology Research Methods quiz for AS. Covers all topics in the AQA Psychology textbook, including researchers, evaluations and theories. Made for my own benefit, so not all questions will help you out, but feel free to use.
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Pregunta 1

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Aim: a general [blank_start]statement[blank_end] of what the researcher intends to investigate- the [blank_start]purpose[blank_end] of the study. Hypothesis: a [blank_start]testable[blank_end] statement that states the relationship between the [blank_start]variables[blank_end] being investigated.
Respuesta
  • statement
  • conclusion
  • idea
  • purpose
  • outcome
  • conclusion
  • testable
  • untestable
  • variables
  • beliefs
  • data

Pregunta 2

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A directional hypothesis: states what kind of difference there will be between the [blank_start]variables[blank_end]. They often include words like 'more' or 'less' e.g. People who drink caffeine will be more intelligent than people who don't. A non-directional hypothesis: simply states that there will be a difference, but not the [blank_start]type[blank_end] e.g. People who drink more caffeine will differ in terms of intelligence when compared to people who don't drink caffeine.
Respuesta
  • variables
  • outcomes
  • researchers
  • conclusions
  • type
  • outcome
  • conclusion

Pregunta 3

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Researchers usually use directional hypotheses when previous research suggests no particular outcome. When previous research suggests a particular outcome, they'd use a non-directional hypothesis.
Respuesta
  • True
  • False

Pregunta 4

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In an experiment, the researcher manipulates the [blank_start]independent[blank_end] variable and records the effect of this change on the [blank_start]dependent[blank_end] variable.
Respuesta
  • independent
  • dependent

Pregunta 5

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Levels of the IV: the [blank_start]control[blank_end] condition (e.g. No caffeine/ drink of water), the [blank_start]experimental[blank_end] condition (caffeine). An effective directional hypothesis should distinguish between the IV and DV e.g. The group who drink caffeine will be more intelligent than the group who drink water. The only issue with this hypothesis is that it doesn't include the [blank_start]operationalisation[blank_end] of the variables (explained in other question)
Respuesta
  • control
  • experimental
  • operationalisation

Pregunta 6

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Operationalisation of variables includes ensuring the variables being investigated are [blank_start]measurable[blank_end] and therefore unfuzzy, e.g. Participants who drink 200ml of coffee in one hour can answer 5 more questions in a 20 minute period than participants who drink 200ml of water in one hour.
Respuesta
  • measurable
  • immeasurable
  • subjective
  • confounding

Pregunta 7

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Extraneous variables: any variable other than the [blank_start]IV[blank_end] which may have an effect on the [blank_start]DV[blank_end]. They [blank_start]do not vary[blank_end] systematically with the IV. Confounding variables: any variable other than the [blank_start]IV[blank_end] which may have affected the [blank_start]DV[blank_end] so we are unsure of the true source of the changes to the DV. They [blank_start]vary[blank_end] systematically with the IV.
Respuesta
  • IV
  • DV
  • CV
  • DV
  • IV
  • CV
  • do not vary
  • vary
  • IV
  • EV
  • DV
  • DV
  • IV
  • EV
  • vary
  • do not vary

Pregunta 8

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Demand characteristics: in which the participant guesses the [blank_start]aim[blank_end] of a study, and then acts accordingly e.g. As they believe they are [blank_start]expected[blank_end] to behave, or try to over-perform to [blank_start]please[blank_end] the researcher.
Respuesta
  • aim
  • outcome
  • conclusion
  • expected
  • not expected
  • please
  • irritate
  • obey

Pregunta 9

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Investigator effects: how the [blank_start]researcher[blank_end]'s behaviour influences a participant's behaviour e.g. Smiling at certain participants but not others. It can also refer to the [blank_start]actions[blank_end] of the researcher related to the study design e.g. Selection of participants, the materials, the instructions etc. [blank_start]Leading[blank_end] questions are also an example of investigator effects
Respuesta
  • researcher
  • participant
  • general public
  • expected
  • actions
  • beliefs
  • opinions
  • Leading
  • Open
  • Closed

Pregunta 10

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Which technique is used to minimise the effects of extraneous/confounding variables on an outcome?
Respuesta
  • Operationalisation
  • Randomisation
  • Demand characteristics
  • Leading questions

Pregunta 11

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[blank_start]Randomisation[blank_end] refers to the use of [blank_start]chance[blank_end] wherever possible during an experiment to reduce investigator effects. For example, if participants must recall word from a list, the list should be randomly generated- the position is not chosen by the experimenter.
Respuesta
  • Randomisation
  • Operationalisation
  • chance
  • objectivity
  • rigid structure
  • researcher involvement
  • participant involvement

Pregunta 12

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Standardisation: all participants must have [blank_start]the same[blank_end] environment, information and experience. This includes standardised [blank_start]instructions[blank_end].
Respuesta
  • the same
  • a different
  • a similar
  • instructions
  • beliefs
  • ideas
  • outcomes

Pregunta 13

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Experimental Design: 1. [blank_start]Independent[blank_end] groups: [blank_start]two[blank_end] separate groups, one group does control condition, other does experimental condition. Results are compared. 2. [blank_start]Repeated[blank_end] measures: [blank_start]one group[blank_end], does both the control condition and the experimental condition. Results are compared. 3. Matched pairs: choosing one group, then choosing another to [blank_start]match[blank_end] participants in the first group (e.g. Based on IQ, culture etc.) One group does control condition, other does experimental condition. Results are compared.
Respuesta
  • Independent
  • Repeated
  • Matched
  • two
  • three
  • Repeated
  • Independent
  • Matched
  • one group
  • two groups
  • match
  • contrast
  • compete against

Pregunta 14

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Name two advantages of the independent group design
Respuesta
  • Order effects are not a problem
  • Participants less likely to guess aims
  • Cost- effective
  • Lack of participant variables

Pregunta 15

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Name two disadvantages of the independent groups design
Respuesta
  • Quite expensive
  • Participant variables
  • Order effects
  • Easy to guess aims

Pregunta 16

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Name two advantages of the repeated measures design
Respuesta
  • Fewer participant variables
  • Cheaper
  • Fewer order effects
  • No demand characteristics

Pregunta 17

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Name two disadvantages of the repeated measures design
Respuesta
  • Order effects
  • Demand characteristics
  • Expensive
  • Participant variables

Pregunta 18

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Name two advantages of the matched pairs design
Respuesta
  • No order effects
  • Fewer demand characteristics
  • Cheaper and faster
  • No participant variables

Pregunta 19

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Name two disadvantages of the matched pairs design
Respuesta
  • Some participant variables
  • More expensive and time consuming
  • Order effects
  • Demand characteristics

Pregunta 20

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[blank_start]Random[blank_end] allocation: allocating participants randomly to the conditions. This should evenly distribute participant characteristics (e.g. Names in a hat). [blank_start]Counter[blank_end]-balancing: half participants take part in condition A then B, the other half do B then A. This helps control [blank_start]order[blank_end] effect, although it doesn't remove them entirely.
Respuesta
  • Random
  • Counter
  • order

Pregunta 21

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Lab experiment: takes place in a [blank_start]controlled[blank_end] environment in which the [blank_start]researcher[blank_end] manipulates the [blank_start]IV[blank_end], while maintaining [blank_start]strict control [blank_end]of the extraneous variables.
Respuesta
  • controlled
  • natural
  • abnormal
  • researcher
  • environment
  • IV
  • DV
  • CV
  • PV
  • EV
  • strict control
  • moderate control
  • no control

Pregunta 22

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Field experiment: takes place in a [blank_start]natural[blank_end] setting in which the [blank_start]researcher[blank_end] manipulates the IV.
Respuesta
  • natural
  • lab
  • outdoor
  • field
  • controlled
  • researcher
  • environment
  • general public

Pregunta 23

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Natural experiment: takes place in a [blank_start]natural[blank_end] setting in which the change in the IV [blank_start]is not[blank_end] brought about by the [blank_start]researcher[blank_end], but would occurred anyway.
Respuesta
  • natural
  • lab
  • controlled
  • well-populated
  • is not
  • is
  • researcher
  • environment
  • general public

Pregunta 24

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Quasi experiment: there is [blank_start]no manipulation [blank_end]of the IV, it exists anyway (e.g. Age or gender)
Respuesta
  • no manipulation
  • manipulation
  • minimal manipulation

Pregunta 25

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Name three advantages of lab experiments
Respuesta
  • Control over variables
  • Easily replicable
  • High internal validity
  • Easy to generalise
  • High external validity
  • No demand characteristics

Pregunta 26

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Name four disadvantages of lab experiments
Respuesta
  • Low external validity
  • Low internal validity
  • Too artificial
  • Difficult to generalise
  • Demand characteristics
  • Participant variables more likely
  • Lack of control
  • Difficult to replicate

Pregunta 27

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Name two advantages of field experiments
Respuesta
  • More natural environment
  • More controlled environment
  • High external validity
  • High internal validity

Pregunta 28

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Name two disadvantages of field experiments
Respuesta
  • Ethical issues- no consent
  • Lack of control
  • Too artificial
  • Low external validity

Pregunta 29

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Name two advantages of natural experiments
Respuesta
  • High external validity
  • High internal validity
  • Provide opportunities that are normally impossible
  • Easy to generalise

Pregunta 30

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Name two disadvantages of natural experiments
Respuesta
  • Difficult to generalise
  • Can't randomly allocate
  • Low external validity
  • Too artificial

Pregunta 31

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Name an advantage of quasi experiments
Respuesta
  • Carried out in controlled conditions
  • Carried out in natural environment
  • Easy to identify cause and effect
  • Few confounding variables

Pregunta 32

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Name a disadvantage of quasi experiments
Respuesta
  • Cannot randomly allocate
  • Lack of control
  • Difficult to replicate

Pregunta 33

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The target population: a [blank_start]subset[blank_end] of general population e.g. Male students for Idaho. The sample: a small group that is ideally representative of the [blank_start]target[blank_end] population.
Respuesta
  • subset
  • type
  • sample
  • target
  • general

Pregunta 34

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Random sampling: [blank_start]all[blank_end] members of target population [blank_start]have equal[blank_end] chance of being selected. Each person is added to a list and then given a number, and the sample is generated via a [blank_start]computer[blank_end] (e.g. Computer-based randomiser)
Respuesta
  • all
  • most
  • some
  • half of the
  • have equal
  • haven't got an equal
  • computer
  • researcher

Pregunta 35

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Systematic sampling: every [blank_start]nth[blank_end] person is selected e.g. Every 5th pupil on a school register. A sampling frame (alphabetised list of target population) is produced and every nth person is selected.
Respuesta
  • nth
  • single
  • other

Pregunta 36

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Stratified sampling: the sample reflects the proportions of people in particular sub-groups ([blank_start]strata[blank_end]). The researcher calculates what percentage each strata is of the [blank_start]target population[blank_end] (e.g. 40% female) and then participants are [blank_start]randomly[blank_end] sampled accordingly. With reference to the example above, if you were to have 20 participants, 8 would need to be female in order to be representative.
Respuesta
  • strata
  • omega
  • gamma
  • stratifiers
  • general population
  • world
  • randomly
  • systematically
  • target population

Pregunta 37

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Opportunity sampling: selecting anyone who is [blank_start]willing[blank_end] and able to participate.
Respuesta
  • willing
  • unwilling
  • randomly sampled

Pregunta 38

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Volunteer sampling: involves the researcher advertising the study, and participants selecting [blank_start]themselves[blank_end] to take part (volunteer)z
Respuesta
  • themselves
  • others
  • the researcher

Pregunta 39

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Name and advantage of random sampling
Respuesta
  • Free from researcher bias
  • Quick and easy to do
  • Very representative

Pregunta 40

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Name three disadvantages of random sampling
Respuesta
  • Difficult and time consuming
  • Sample can still be unrepresentative
  • Participants can refuse to take part
  • Researcher bias can affect sample

Pregunta 41

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Name two advantages of systematic sampling
Respuesta
  • Avoids researcher bias
  • Quite representative
  • Entirely representative

Pregunta 42

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Name two advantages of stratified sampling
Respuesta
  • Avoids researcher bias
  • Representative sample
  • Strata identifies all ways people are different

Pregunta 43

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Name a disadvantage of stratified sampling
Respuesta
  • Complete representation impossible
  • Not representative
  • Researcher bias

Pregunta 44

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Name an advantage of opportunity sampling
Respuesta
  • Convenient
  • Representative
  • Avoids researcher bias

Pregunta 45

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Name two disadvantages of opportunity sampling
Respuesta
  • Researcher bias
  • Unrepresentative
  • Inconvenient
  • Expensive+ time consuming

Pregunta 46

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Name an advantage of volunteer sampling
Respuesta
  • Easy+ quick
  • Representative
  • Easy to generalise

Pregunta 47

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Name a disadvantage of volunteer sampling
Respuesta
  • Volunteer bias
  • Researcher bias
  • Time consuming

Pregunta 48

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Informed consent: making participants aware of the [blank_start]aims[blank_end], procedures, their [blank_start]rights[blank_end] and the use of the data. It can make a study seem [blank_start]unnatural[blank_end] if the participant knows the aims.
Respuesta
  • aims
  • beliefs
  • researcher's name
  • rights
  • lack of rights
  • unnatural
  • more natural

Pregunta 49

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Deception: [blank_start]deliberately[blank_end] misleading or withholding information. This means participants can't [blank_start]give informed consent[blank_end]. It can be justified if it means participants' behaviour is more [blank_start]natural[blank_end] and they are not suffering.
Respuesta
  • deliberately
  • accidentally
  • give informed consent
  • behave naturally
  • interact adequately
  • natural
  • artificial

Pregunta 50

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Protection from [blank_start]harm[blank_end]: participants should not suffer any form of harm during the experiment. The harm can be psychological e.g. Feeling embarrassed, guilty or inadequate.
Respuesta
  • harm
  • help
  • researcher
  • public

Pregunta 51

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Privacy: [blank_start]participants[blank_end] control information about themselves. Confidentiality: this involves the right to have our [blank_start]personal[blank_end] data protected.
Respuesta
  • participants
  • researchers
  • the general public
  • personal
  • medical
  • educational
  • public

Pregunta 52

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To deal with informed consent, researchers should send a consent [blank_start]letter[blank_end], and only go ahead when this is signed.
Respuesta
  • letter
  • demand
  • order

Pregunta 53

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Dealing with protection from harm and deception: [blank_start]debriefing[blank_end] can be used to ensure the participants know the aims and [blank_start]details[blank_end] of the study. It should also reassure participants that they have the right to [blank_start]withhold[blank_end] information, and that they can be provided counselling if necessary.
Respuesta
  • debriefing
  • standardisation
  • operationalisation
  • sampling
  • details
  • problems
  • withhold
  • enclose all

Pregunta 54

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Dealing with confidentiality: this often done by referring to participants by [blank_start]numbers[blank_end] or [blank_start]initials[blank_end]. They are also reminded during debriefing that their data will be protected throughout.
Respuesta
  • numbers
  • first names
  • last names
  • initials
  • code names

Pregunta 55

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A pilot study is a small-scale version of the actual investigation.
Respuesta
  • True
  • False

Pregunta 56

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Pilot studies often use [blank_start]fewer[blank_end] participants, and are utilised to test if the [blank_start]investigation[blank_end] runs smoothly. This also involves identifying any [blank_start]issues[blank_end] so they can be modified in order to save time and money in the future.
Respuesta
  • fewer
  • more
  • male
  • female
  • investigation
  • aim
  • hypothesis
  • issues
  • positives
  • participants

Pregunta 57

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Single blind trial: only [blank_start]researcher[blank_end] knows aim, controls [blank_start]demand characteristics[blank_end]. Double blind trial: both researcher and participant [blank_start]don't know [blank_end]aim, preventing demand characteristics and [blank_start]investigator effects[blank_end].
Respuesta
  • researcher
  • participant
  • demand characteristics
  • participant variables
  • order effects
  • researcher bias
  • don't know
  • know
  • investigator effects
  • participant variables
  • order effects

Pregunta 58

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Control group: group of participants whose purpose is for [blank_start]comparison[blank_end]. The experiment group tests the effects of changing the IV, and this is compared to results from the control group.
Respuesta
  • comparison
  • proof
  • results
  • highlighting change in DV

Pregunta 59

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Naturalistic observation: watching and recording behaviour in the setting in which it would [blank_start]normally[blank_end] be performed. Controlled observation: watching and recording behaviour within a [blank_start]structured[blank_end] environment e.g. In which some variables are managed
Respuesta
  • normally
  • not normally
  • never
  • structured
  • natural

Pregunta 60

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Covert observation: participants' behaviour is recorded and watched [blank_start]without[blank_end] their knowledge or consent. Overt observation: participants' behaviour is recorded and watched [blank_start]with[blank_end] their knowledge and consent
Respuesta
  • without
  • with
  • with
  • without

Pregunta 61

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Participant observation: researcher [blank_start]becomes[blank_end] member of group whose behaviour he/she is recording. Non-participant observation: researcher [blank_start]doesn't become [blank_end]a member of group whose behaviour he/she is recording.
Respuesta
  • becomes
  • doesn't become
  • doesn't become
  • becomes

Pregunta 62

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Naturalistic observations have high [blank_start]external[blank_end] validity as findings [blank_start]can[blank_end] be generalised to everyday life. Lack of control decreases [blank_start]replicability[blank_end] and extraneous variables could also be present. Controlled observations [blank_start]can't[blank_end] be easily generalised, but extraneous variables are [blank_start]less[blank_end] common so replication is [blank_start]easier[blank_end]
Respuesta
  • external
  • internal
  • can
  • can't
  • replicability
  • generalisability
  • can't
  • can
  • less
  • more
  • easier
  • harder
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