In Contrast to the Experimental Method, the Basic Goal of the Descriptive

question 426

Multiple Choice

In contrast to the experimental method, the basic goal of the descriptive method is to:

• A) investigate and refute "common sense" notions about human behavior.
• B) manipulate variables in a meaningful way.
• C) deduce valid operational definitions and generate new experiments.
• D) observe and describe behavior.

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Definitions:

Zygote

The initial cell formed when a sperm cell fertilizes an egg cell, which then undergoes cell division to develop into an embryo.

Blastocyst

An early stage of embryonic development in mammals characterized by a fluid-filled cavity and distinct cell layers, preceding implantation in the uterus.

Embryo

An early stage of development in multicellular organisms following fertilization, before fetal development begins.

Oocyte

A female gametocyte or germ cell involved in reproduction; in humans, an oocyte is an immature egg cell.