RESEARCH METHODS THINKING CRITICALLY WITH PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE
THE SCIENTIFIC METHOD AND DESCRIPTION
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Scientific Method
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A process of systematic observation, measurement, and experiment to formulate and test hypotheses.
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Clear and detailed statements about how you will measure the data collected about the variables.
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A sample that has characteristics that are similar to those in the population.
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The group to which the researchers manipulate the independent variable.
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The scientific method is the process of objectively establishing facts through testing and experimentation. The basic process involves making an observation, forming a hypothesis, making a prediction, conducting an experiment and finally analyzing the results.
Detailed explanation-2: -The scientific method is important because: It’s a standardized approach. The steps used in the scientific method are systematic, so scientists conduct experiments in a standardized manner.
Detailed explanation-3: -In the scientific method, two types of observation exist: quantitative and qualitative.
Detailed explanation-4: -Alternate titles: analytical method.
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