DrDonelian Wants to Reduce His Students' Perceptions That Psychological Research

question 241

Multiple Choice

Dr.Donelian wants to reduce his students' perceptions that psychological research merely documents the obvious.His best strategy would be to ask the students to

• A) describe how research predictions were derived from basic psychological principles.
• B) predict the outcomes of research studies before they are told the actual results.
• C) explain the outcomes of research studies after they are told the actual results.
• D) personally engage in observing people in their natural setting.

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Definitions:

Acculturation Stress

The psychological impact of adapting to a new culture, which can involve challenges such as learning a new language and understanding different social norms.

Discrepancy

A difference between two or more items, facts, or figures, often leading to further investigation or analysis.

Acculturation

Changing to adapt to a new culture.

Bicultural

Refers to individuals or systems combining or navigating between two distinct cultures, typically involving the assimilation of elements from both.