A Scientist Who Is Skeptical About a Particular Study Can

question 24

Multiple Choice

A scientist who is skeptical about a particular study can decide to run that study in their laboratory. This would represent ________ the original research study.

• A) reconfiguring
• B) rearranging
• C) reanalyzing
• D) replicating
• E) referencing

Recognize the concept of locus of control and its impact on behavior and attitudes.

Identify the role of genetic factors in determining personality.

Differentiate between the five-factor theory of personality and other personality theories.

Explain the impact of environmental versus biological influences on personality.

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Definitions:

Confederate

In research, a person who is part of the experiment team but pretends to be a participant; historically, also refers to a supporter of the Confederate States of America.

Research Assistant

A person who assists in academic or private research, often involved in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data.

Ersatz-Participant

This seems to be a fabricated term that does not correspond to a widely recognized key term in the provided context. NO.

A Priori Causal Theories

Preexisting theories, acquired from culture or factors that are particularly prominent in conscious attention at the moment.