PSYCHOLOGY 310 Smith_TB_CH2 Final Exam Study Guide.

Key: Answer, Page, Type, Learning Objective, Level   Type A=Applied C=Conceptual F=Factual Level (1)=Easy; (2)=Moderate; (3)=Difficult   LO=Learning Objective SG=Used in Study Guide p=page       Multiple Choice Single Select   M/C Question 1 The likelihood of a successful research idea is increased when the researcher’s view a)  approximates reality. b)  incorporates technology. Consider This: Research ideas are less likely to be successful if they are not grounded in nature. LO 2.1: Express the characteristics and sources of a good research idea c)  is difficult to test. Consider This: Research ideas are less likely to be successful if they are not grounded in nature. LO 2.1: Express the characteristics and sources of a good research idea d)  is ambiguous. Consider This: Research ideas are less likely to be successful if they are not grounded in nature. LO 2.1: Express the characteristics and sources of a good research idea ANS: a Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=LO 2.1: Express the characteristics and sources of a good research idea, Topic=The Research Idea, Difficulty=Easy     M/C Question 2 Research ideas that present themselves in an unpredictable manner are a)  nonsystematic. b)  systematic. Consider This: Although the researcher is familiar with the research area, the source of these ideas gives the illusion that the idea dropped out of the sky. LO 2.1: Express the characteristics and sources of a good research idea c)  untestable. Consider This: Although the researcher is familiar with the research area, the source of these ideas gives the illusion that the idea dropped out of the sky. LO 2.1: Express the characteristics and sources of a good research idea d)  unrealistic. Consider This: Although the researcher is familiar with the research area, the source of these ideas gives the illusion that the idea dropped out of the sky. LO 2.1: Express the characteristics and sources of a good research idea ANS: a Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=LO 2.1: Express the characteristics and sources of a good research idea, Topic=The Research Idea, Difficulty=Easy     M/C Question 3 Research ideas that appear to come from a blind flash of genius are called a)  inspiration. b)  serendipity. Consider This: Einstein often had ideas pop into his mind when he was sailing and not conducting research. LO 2.1: Express the characteristics and sources of a good research idea c)  systematic. Consider This: Einstein often had ideas pop into his mind when he was sailing and not conducting research. LO 2.1: Express the characteristics and sources of a good research idea d)  lucky. Consider This: Einstein often had ideas pop into his mind when he was sailing and not conducting research. LO 2.1: Express the characteristics and sources of a good research idea ANS: a Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=LO 2.1: Express the characteristics and sources of a good research idea, Topic=The Research Idea, Difficulty=Easy     M/C Question 4 Skinner’s experience with a malfunctioning apparatus and his subsequent research on extinction is an example of a)  serendipity. b)  inspiration. Consider This: Some research ideas occur by chance. LO 2.1: Express the characteristics and sources of a good research idea c)  the general research process. Consider This: Some research ideas occur by chance. LO 2.1: Express the characteristics and sources of a good research idea d)  an everyday occurrence. Consider This: Some research ideas occur by chance. LO 2.1: Express the characteristics and sources of a good research idea ANS: a Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=LO 2.1: Express the characteristics and sources of a good research idea, Topic=The Research Idea, Difficulty=Easy