A Psychologist Wants to Create Two Groups That Are as Similar

question 58

Multiple Choice

A psychologist wants to create two groups that are as similar as possible at the beginning of an experiment.To do this,the psychologist should use

• A) random sampling.
• B) random assignment.
• C) self-report methods.
• D) participant observation.

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Definitions:

Mortality Reminder

Involves cues or events that bring thoughts of death and one's mortality to the forefront of consciousness, often impacting behaviors and attitudes.

Ingroup Member

An individual who belongs to and identifies with a particular group or category that is distinct from others.

Psychological Payoffs

The benefits or rewards that individuals receive from their behaviors or beliefs, which can serve to reinforce these actions or views.

Bystander Effect

The phenomenon where individuals are less likely to offer help to a victim when other people are present.