Which of the Following Statements About Naturalistic Observations Is True

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about naturalistic observations is true?

• A)Naturalistic observations often make use of the double-blind procedure.
• B)Naturalistic observations do not contribute to making causal conclusions.
• C)Naturalistic observations tend to have low external validity.
• D)Naturalistic observations tend to have more independent than dependent variables.

Recognize the impact of specific language impairments and anomalies on theories of language development.

Understand the role of general cognitive ability in language development.

Comprehend the developmental psychology perspectives on language acquisition.

Recognize the methods through which children segment and acquire vocabulary and grammar.

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Definitions:

Selective Attention

The cognitive process of focusing on one specific aspect of the environment while ignoring other stimuli.

Countertransference

The emotional reaction of a therapist toward the client, influenced by the therapist's own background and psychological issues.

Unconscious

The part of the mind that is inaccessible to the conscious mind but affects thoughts and behaviors.

Preconscious

Refers to the part of the mind that contains information that is not currently in conscious thought but can easily be brought into consciousness.