A Researcher Who Collects Data from Existing Records and Documents

question 12

Multiple Choice

A researcher who collects data from existing records and documents is probably conducting

• A)interviews.
• B)archival research.
• C)diary research.
• D)a content analysis.

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Definitions:

Stimuli

External events or occurrences that elicit responses from sensory organs, leading to a reaction or a specific behavior in an organism.

Long-Term Memory

The aspect of memory where information is stored for extended periods, potentially for a lifetime, comprising of knowledge, experiences, and skills.

Sensory Memory

A very short-term type of memory that holds sensory information, allowing it to be experienced just long enough to be processed further.

Partial Reports

A method in cognitive psychology where participants are asked to recall or recognize a subset of the presented information.