Which of the Following Is Not True of the Study

question 188

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not true of the study of Internet users discussed in the text?

• A) Participants' social involvement and psychological well-being were measured entirely by self-report measures.
• B) Changes in the behavior of the subjects were small.
• C) The sample included only people from fewer than 100 families in Pittsburgh.
• D) Only households with pre-existing Internet connections were included in the study. New users were excluded.

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Definitions:

Experimental Group

In a scientific study, the group of subjects who receive the treatment or condition being tested, as opposed to the control group.

Experimenter Bias

A process where the scientists performing the research influence the results, in order to portray a certain outcome.

Case Study

An in-depth investigation of an individual, group, event, or situation to explore causation in order to find underlying principles.

Naturalistic Observation

A technique of research that involves watching subjects in their natural habitats without any alterations made by the researcher.