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kellyjaisingh

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Psychologists are most likely to use case studies instead of other research methods when they wish to study ____.
 
  a. cause-effect relationships between variables
  b. phenomena that are new, complex, or rare
  c. group behavior and public opinion
  d. people without being intrusive

Question 2

What research topic would lend itself best to naturalistic observation?
 
  a. comparing smokers and nonsmokers on judgments of self-esteem
  b. describing play among children in a kindergarten class
  c. determining gender attitudes for all Chicagoans
  d. understanding the life of someone with a rare brain disorder



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joewallace

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Answer to Question 1

ANSWER:
b

Answer to Question 2

ANSWER:
b




kellyjaisingh

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Reply 2 on: Jun 19, 2018
Excellent


rleezy04

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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