The Idea That Psychological Research Involves "WEIRDOs" Refers to

question 6

Multiple Choice

The idea that psychological research involves "WEIRDOs" refers to

• A) the fact that most research participants come from a specific social and economic background.
• B) the need for more funding for research in clinical psychology.
• C) the finding that Americans represent less than 5% of the world's population.
• D) the suggestion that psychological findings are skewed when research is conducted on the Internet.

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Definitions:

American Bar Association

A professional organization for lawyers in the United States, promoting legal ethics, advocacy, and education.

Securities Act of 1933

A U.S. federal law enacted after the stock market crash of 1929 that requires securities offered or sold to the public to be registered and to disclose relevant financial information.

Material Matter

A fact that is significant or essential to the subject at hand, often influencing decisions or outcomes in legal and business contexts.

HIPAA

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, a US law designed to provide privacy standards to protect patients' medical records and other health information.