Seth, a Psychologist, Would Like to Conduct Research in the Form

question 24

Multiple Choice

Seth, a psychologist, would like to conduct research in the form of naturalistic observation of drug sales and use among teenagers in his city's poorest neighborhood without their knowledge. What problem does this raise?

• A)The research may be unethical.
• B)People often behave differently when they know they are being observed.
• C)His sample is insufficiently representative for naturalistic observation.
• D)Study participants tend to want to appear socially appropriate.

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Definitions:

Differentiation

In the theory of human ecology refers to the process by which urban populations and their activities become more complex and heterogeneous over time.

Worldly Institutions

institutions that have global influence or operations, affecting people and cultures across different countries and regions.

Moral Guidance

Involves advice or direction provided to help individuals distinguish right from wrong and to act ethically in various situations.

Social Change

A process in which societal structures, cultural norms, and values evolve over time, often leading to significant transformations in communities and nations.