In the Moral Dilemma in Your Textbook That Involved the Druggist

question 466

Multiple Choice

In the moral dilemma in your textbook that involved the druggist and the man who could not afford the medicine for his sick wife, which of the following responses would demonstrate the preconventional level?

• A)Even if he steals the drug, his wife will probably die before he gets out of jail.
• B)The druggist may be wrong, but the law says stealing is wrong.
• C)People would think he was dishonest.
• D)He should steal the drug but admit to it.

Identify key concepts related to research design and methodology in psychology.

Understand the application and importance of operational definitions in research.

Appreciate the principle of parsimony and its role in selecting theories.

Recognize the influence of hindsight reasoning on the validation of psychological theories and research.

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Definitions:

Government Bonds

Securities issued by a government to finance its expenditures, offering regular interest payments and the return of the original investment at maturity.

Demand Deposits

Bank accounts that allow the withdrawal of deposited money at any moment, without the need to notify the bank beforehand.

Loans

A sum of money that is borrowed, which is expected to be paid back with interest.

Bureau of Labor Statistics

A U.S. government agency that collects, processes, and disseminates essential statistical data related to labor market activity, working conditions, and price changes.