The Fact That Much of Modern Empirical Research in Psychology

question 68

Multiple Choice

The fact that much of modern empirical research in psychology has been based on white, middle-class college sophomores may reduce the ________ of psychological research.

• A) generalizability
• B) reliability
• C) validity
• D) statistical significance

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Definitions:

Fixed-Interval

A schedule of reinforcement where the first response is rewarded only after a specified amount of time has elapsed, leading to a pattern of responses.

Primary

In psychology, often refers to primary reinforcers or stimuli, which are innately satisfying or desirable without learning.

Secondary

In psychology, refers to stimuli or reinforcers that acquire their effectiveness through association with primary reinforcers.

Instrumental Conditioning

A learning process through which the strength of a behavior is modified by its consequences, such as rewards or punishments.