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QUIZ 1

Take home questions

Choose 2 questions from each chapter and answer completely and in detail.

You may answer one of the remaining questions for up to 5 extra credit points.

Indicate which question you choose for extra credit.

Chapter 1

1.  Describe how the rational method and the method of empiricism are both utilized as parts of the scientific method.

OR

Distinguish between induction and deduction and describe how each is used in the scientific method.

 2. Identify and describe the basic steps of the scientific method and describe how the scientific method is used to answer the question, "Why are some marriages successful and others are not?" Include each step.

3. Distinguish between science and pseudoscience by contrasting the characteristics of each.

Chapter 2

1.Describe the common sources of research topics.

2. Describe the steps involved in conducting a literature search.

3. Describe what you can expect in each of the 5 sections of a research article.

Chapter 4

1.Describe the common components of consent forms.

2. Briefly explain why a researcher might find it necessary to use deception in a research study.

3. Describe the general makeup of the IRB and the role of the IRB. (as discussed in class and in the book)

Chapter 16

1.Describe what elements are typically contained in an APA-style abstract for a research report and why it is important to choose your words carefully.

2. Describe the four parts that are typically contained in an introduction section of an APA-styleresearch report and the components of the discussion section of an APA-style research report.

3. Discuss the guidelines for preparing and giving a presentation OR for preparing and presenting a poster.  (as discussed in class and in the book)