Broadening the Scope of Phenomena That Psychologists Are Able to Study

question 35

Multiple Choice

Broadening the scope of phenomena that psychologists are able to study is associated with

• A) descriptive research methods.
• B) introspective research methods.
• C) hypothetical deductive research methods.
• D) functional research methods.

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Definitions:

Tastants

Chemical compounds that stimulate the taste receptors on the tongue.

Molecules

The smallest unit of a chemical compound that can exist; made up of two or more atoms bonded together, retaining the properties of that compound.

Taste

Taste is one of the five traditional senses, involving the perception of flavor from substances on the tongue, categorized into sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and umami.

Conditioned Taste Aversion

Conditioned taste aversion is a learned response where an individual develops a repulsion to the taste of a particular food or drink after it has been associated with illness or discomfort.