Which of the Following Goals of Psychology Is CORRECTLY Matched

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following goals of psychology is CORRECTLY matched with an example?

• A) description - A research assistant records the number of aggressive acts children display during a 15-minute recess period.
• B) prediction - A sports psychologist determines whether increased testosterone produces increased aggression among student athletes.
• C) explanation - A team of educators develops a program to decrease aggression among schoolchildren.
• D) control - A researcher assesses whether adults are more likely to feel depressed when they have experienced recent major losses than when they have not.

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Definitions:

Leader Substitutes Theory

A concept suggesting that certain characteristics of a situation or members can reduce the importance of the leader's role, effectively substituting for their leadership.

Leadership Necessary

The essential requirement for someone to guide, direct, and influence others towards achieving goals.

Leader Discretion

The authority and freedom leaders have to make decisions, exercise judgment, and act based on their understanding and assessment of situations.

Demands And Constraints

Refers to the specific requirements and limitations that shape the environment or context in which decisions and actions take place.