Psychologists Use a Variety of Data Collection Techniques

question 23

Multiple Choice

Psychologists use a variety of data collection techniques. Which of the following is well suited for studying attitudes?

• A)direct observations
• B)psychological tests
• C)physiological recordings
• D)questionnaires

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Definitions:

Culture Shock

A feeling of disorientation, uncertainty, or anxiety that often occurs when experiencing a new and unfamiliar culture.

Distinctive Personality

A unique combination of emotional, thought, and behavioral patterns that define an individual's personal style and influences their interactions with the environment.

Reaction Formation

A defense mechanism where an individual acts in exactly the opposite way to their own unacceptable thoughts or feelings.

Stress

The process by which we perceive and respond to certain events, called stressors, that we appraise as threatening or challenging.