2.2 - Goals of Psychological Enquiry
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Practice Questions
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What is the primary goal of description in psychological enquiry?
💡 Hint: Think about the importance of distinguishing behaviors.
How does prediction help psychologists?
💡 Hint: Consider how past behavior can inform future outcomes.
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What is the main goal of psychological enquiry?
💡 Hint: Focus on the purpose of psychological studies.
True or False: The goal of application in psychological research refers to using findings to improve lives.
💡 Hint: Think about how psychology benefits people.
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You are tasked with designing a study to explore the relationship between exercise and stress relief. Outline how you would apply the five goals of psychological enquiry.
💡 Hint: Think through each goal sequentially.
Critique a psychological study's approach to explaining behavior. Were all necessary goals addressed? Provide examples.
💡 Hint: Consider what was accomplished versus what was lacking.
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