The Recent Increased Interest in Research Dealing with "Cultural" Variables

question 49

Multiple Choice

The recent increased interest in research dealing with "cultural" variables in psychology can be attributed to all EXCEPT which of the following?

• A) depersonalization of human beings by modern psychology
• B) various groups (such as civil rights groups, women's groups) arguing that society has paid little attention to human diversity
• C) increased ethnic diversity in the United States
• D) increased contact with non-Western cultures due to advances in communication and travel

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Definitions:

Meta-Analysis

A statistical technique in research that combines the results of multiple studies to identify patterns, differences, or the effect size across all studies.

Gender Difference

Variations in characteristics, behaviors, or conditions often observed between males and females, influenced by biological, social, and cultural factors.

The Bell Curve

A statistical graph in the shape of a bell that represents a normal distribution of a set of data, with most occurrences falling near the mean.

Cognitive Ability

The capacity to perform various mental activities related to learning, problem-solving, decision-making, and comprehension.