Observational Research Is to Describing a Behavior as Correlational Research

question 91

Multiple Choice

Observational research is to describing a behavior as correlational research is to

• A)determining the causes of behavior.
• B)explaining a behavior.
• C)documenting relations between behaviors.
• D)manipulating a behavior.

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Definitions:

Scientific Theories

Well-substantiated explanations of some aspect of the natural world, based on a body of facts that have been repeatedly confirmed through observation and experiment.

College Students

Individuals enrolled in an institution of higher learning to attain degrees or certifications.

Social Psychology Experiments

Research studies designed to understand how people's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are influenced by the actual, imagined, or implied presence of others.

Norman Triplett

A psychologist known for his work on social facilitation, discovering that presence of others enhances performance on simple tasks.