Given That Field Experiments Are High in External Validity, Why

question 47

Multiple Choice

Given that field experiments are high in external validity, why is it that social psychologists still rely on laboratory studies?

• A) Laboratory studies are more psychologically realistic.
• B) Laboratory studies help to control for extraneous variables.
• C) Laboratory studies permit random assignment of participants.
• D) Laboratory studies are more reliable.

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Definitions:

Aggression

Behavior intended to harm or injure another individual, either physically or psychologically.

Violent Media

Media content, such as movies, television, video games, and music, that depicts scenes of physical aggression or harm.

Aggressive Tendencies

A propensity in individuals or groups to engage in behaviors that aim to harm or intimidate others.

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