The Objective of the Methods-And-Procedures Section in a Research Report

question 27

Multiple Choice

The objective of the methods-and-procedures section in a research report is to:

• A) give background information for a complete understanding of the report.
• B) list specific research objectives and questions the study was designed to answer.
• C) convey why the research was undertaken and to summarize the key findings.
• D) communicate how the research was conducted.
• E) give a brief statement of conclusions and recommendations.

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Definitions:

Classical Conditioning

A method of associative learning in which two stimuli are repeatedly correlated; eventually, the response initially due to the second stimulus is provoked by the first stimulus alone.

Self-efficacy

An individual's belief in their own capability to perform actions effectively and achieve desired outcomes.

Vicarious Reinforcement

Learning that occurs by observing the rewards or punishments that another person receives, influencing the observer's future behavior.

Conditioned Reinforcers

Stimuli that acquire their reinforcing power through association with primary reinforcers; also known as secondary reinforcers.