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THE SCIENTIFIC METHOD AND DESCRIPTION

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The easiest way to gather information from many people is to conduct a ____ Unfortunately, this type of study isn’t always reliable because people are not always truthful.

A	naturalistic observation
B	case study
C	survey
D	random sample

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -A survey can be administered to an individual or in a group setting. Surveys are used to gain information about many individuals and may include multiple/forced choice or open-ended questions (e.g., demographics, health, knowledge, opinions, beliefs, attitudes or skills).

Detailed explanation-2: -The Survey method is the technique of gathering data by asking questions to people who are thought to have desired information. A formal list of questionnaire is prepared. Generally a non disguised approach is used. The respondents are asked questions on their demographic interest opinion.

Detailed explanation-3: -Conducting the Survey. The four main ways to conduct surveys are through in-person interviews, by telephone, through the mail, and over the Internet. As with other aspects of survey design, the choice depends on both the researcher’s goals and the budget.

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AP PSYCHOLOGY

RESEARCH METHODS THINKING CRITICALLY WITH PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE

THE SCIENTIFIC METHOD AND DESCRIPTION