Observational Research Is Defined as

question 54

Multiple Choice

Observational research is defined as

• A) a process involving one group of subjects that receives a specific treatment and a second group of subjects that does not receive the treatment.
• B) an idea generated by scientists based on their observations.
• C) a stepwise process used by scientists to evaluate different observational techniques.
• D) a process that involves looking at factors in two or more groups of subjects to see if there is a relationship to certain outcomes.

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Definitions:

Controlled Processing

A detailed level of mental processing that requires focused attention and effort, typically used when a task is difficult or unfamiliar.

Task Difficulty

Refers to the level of challenge presented by a task, assessing how hard or easy it is to complete.

Priming

A phenomenon in which exposure to one stimulus facilitates response to another stimulus.

Visual Fields

The entire area that can be seen when the eyes are focused in a single direction, including peripheral vision.