Researchers in One Study Systematically Analyzed the Contents of the Notes

question 40

Multiple Choice

Researchers in one study systematically analyzed the contents of the notes of suicide victims to determine recurring themes,such as feelings of despair or failure.They hoped to determine if any patterns could be found that would help in understanding why people might kill themselves.This is an example of:

• A)explanatory research
• B)qualitative research
• C)observational research
• D)quantitative research

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Definitions:

Attribution Theory

A theory that explains how individuals pinpoint the causes of their own and others’ behavior.

General Mental Ability

An individual's overall capacity to think abstractly, reason, plan, solve problems, comprehend complex ideas, learn quickly, and learn from experience.

Psychological Approach

A method of understanding human behavior that focuses on the mental processes and emotional factors influencing individuals.

Human Behavior

The range of actions and mannerisms exhibited by humans in conjunction with their environment, influenced by culture, attitudes, emotions, and values.