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1 .       Which of the following is NOT a potential problem associated with using previously recorded sources of data? [Hint]



2 .       A ___________ uses intensive observing and recording of the behavior of (usually) a single participant. [Hint]



3 .       Schein (1987) argues that ________________ should be considered separately from participant observation. [Hint]



4 .       _____________ is a descriptive approach that attempts to develop theories of understanding based on data from the real world. [Hint]



5 .       A(n) ______________ involves the measurement and determination of the relation between two variables. [Hint]



6 .       Low interobserver reliability indicates that ___________. 



7 .       Descriptive research methods do not involve the manipulation of an independent variable. [Hint]

 
 


8 .       Descriptive research methods cannot yield interesting and valuable results. [Hint]

 
 


9 .       In a naturalistic observation study, it is important to avoid the reactivity effect. [Hint]

 
 


10 .       Time sampling involves sampling the same behaviors in different situations. [Hint]

 
 


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Chapter Four Matching [Hint]

Using the pulldown boxes, match each item on the left to the corresponding item at right.

16.1   [Hint] A. As one variable increase, scores on the other variable decrease.
16.2   [Hint] B. The intensive observing and recording of the behavior of (usually) a single participant.
16.3   [Hint] C. Knowledge that one is participating in an experiment and is being observed may result in dramatic changes in behavior.
16.4   [Hint] D. Seeking answers to research questions by observing behavior in the real world.
16.5   [Hint] E. A descriptive research approach that involves becoming a part of the culture being studied.
16.6   [Hint] F. As one variable increases, scores on the other variable also increase


17 .       [Hint]

To create paragraphs in your essay response, type <p> at the beginning of the paragraph, and </p> at the end.



18 .       [Hint]

To create paragraphs in your essay response, type <p> at the beginning of the paragraph, and </p> at the end.



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