Researchers Are Often Not Worried About Obtaining Random Samples from the "General

question 62

Multiple Choice

Researchers are often not worried about obtaining random samples from the "general population" for their research because:

• A)random samples are too difficult to obtain.
• B)populations are similar regardless of where the samples are obtained from.
• C)relationships between variables will change over time.
• D)most psychological research is focused on studying the relationships between variables.

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Definitions:

Delusion

A strongly held belief that is clearly false or irrational but is held with deep conviction despite evidence to the contrary.

Hallucination

A hallucination is a perception in the absence of external stimulus that has qualities of real perception, often involving seeing, hearing, or feeling something that isn't there.

Compulsion

An urge or force that drives an individual to perform repetitive behaviors or rituals, often as a way of relieving anxiety.

Psychological Disorders

Mental health conditions characterized by alterations in thinking, mood, or behavior associated with distress and/or impaired functioning.