In a Study Investigating Alcohol Use and Mood Disorders on College

question 31

Multiple Choice

In a study investigating alcohol use and mood disorders on college campuses, Pam separates the population into different ethnic groups and then uses a computer program to pick ten names at random for each ethnic group. Which sampling technique is Pam using?

• A) Response sampling
• B) Simple random sampling
• C) Snowball sampling
• D) Stratified random sampling

Grasp the historical significance of seminal figures in psychology and their contributions to the field.

Identify the process and importance of ethical approval for conducting research.

Understand the fundamental principles of designing a research study, including the role of control, variables, and operational definitions.

Critically evaluate claims based on correlational data and understand the limitations of correlational methods, including the distinction between correlation and causation.

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