Although Field Studies Tend to Have Higher External Validity That

question 12

Multiple Choice

Although field studies tend to have higher external validity that traditional laboratory studies, they also tend to have ____.

• A) lower internal validity
• B) lower reliability
• C) an increased risk of confounding from history effects
• D) an increased risk of finding no effect of the manipulation

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Definitions:

Sociocognitive Theory

A theory that emphasizes the importance of observational learning, social experience, and reciprocal determinism in understanding behaviors.

Consciousness

The condition of being cognizant and able to contemplate one's own being, feelings, ideas, environment, and experiences.

Perception

The processing, organization, and interpretation of sensory signals in the brain; these processes result in an internal neural representation of the physical stimulus.

Engaging

Capturing interest or attention, often used to describe activities, presentations, or tasks that are particularly appealing or enjoyable.