Birds Are Thought to Have Evolved from Dinosaurs

question 27

Multiple Choice

Birds are thought to have evolved from dinosaurs. In considering birds and comparing them to dinosaurs, which trait would be derived?​

• A) brain
• B) ​legs
• C) ​eyes
• D) ​lack of teeth
• E) ​bones

Understand the concept of reliability and validity in measures and research findings.

Appreciate the importance of ethical considerations in psychological research, including informed consent.

Understand statistical concepts, including measures of central tendency, variability, and correlation.

Recognize the implications of research findings for theories in psychology.

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Definitions:

Overgeneralization

The logical fallacy of applying a general rule too widely without sufficient evidence.

Participant Observation

A qualitative research method in sociology where the researcher immerses themselves in a group or community to observe and participate in their activities, in order to better understand their behaviors, beliefs, and interactions.

Rationalizations

The process of attempting to logically justify behaviors or attitudes with plausible but not always genuine reasons.

Criminals

Individuals who have committed actions that violate laws and are therefore subject to legal penalties.