Lesson 9.1.6
9.1.6 Methodological issues, qualitative analysis and published research Quiz: Pearson Edexcel Psychology, Unit 9
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Which type of validity refers to whether the results of a study can be attributed to the independent variable rather than to confounding factors?
- Face validity only
- Internal validity
- Predictive validity
- External validity
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Which term describes how well findings generalise to real-life settings?
- Internal validity
- Population validity
- Temporal validity
- Ecological validity
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Which type of validity is shown when a test predicts a later outcome, such as a school entrance test predicting later academic performance?
- Ecological validity
- Reliability
- Predictive validity
- Internal validity
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Which type of reliability measures consistency when repeating a test over time?
- Inter-rater reliability
- Test-retest reliability
- Parallel-forms reliability
- Split-half reliability
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Which type of reliability measures consistency between two independent observers?
- Ecological validity
- Test-retest reliability
- Inter-rater reliability
- Internal reliability
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Which term refers to the extent to which findings from a sample can be applied to a wider population?
- Generalisability
- Objectivity
- Credibility
- Operationalisation
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What occurs when a researcher's expectations systematically influence the study findings?
- Researcher bias
- Social desirability
- Participant reactivity
- Demand characteristics
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Which method best increases the objectivity of observational data collection?
- Covert participant observation
- Standardised behavioural categories
- Retrospective self-reports
- Unstructured open interviews
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In thematic analysis, what is a recurring pattern of meaning across data?
- A variable
- A transcript
- A theme
- A hypothesis
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How is theory generated in a grounded theory qualitative study?
- From predefined hypotheses
- Via statistical testing
- Inductively from data
- Through literature reviews
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Which term describes the trustworthiness and accuracy of qualitative research findings?
- Statistical significance
- Credibility
- Reliability
- Objectivity
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Which section of a published psychology report presents the aims and hypotheses of the study?
- Results
- Abstract only
- Discussion
- Introduction
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Which section of a published report summarises the method, results and conclusion in a short overview?
- Abstract
- References
- Acknowledgements
- Appendix
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What is the primary purpose of peer review before research publication?
- Ensure popular appeal
- Generate media coverage
- Ensure scientific quality
- Guarantee public funding
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Which section of a report discusses how the findings relate to previous research and considers limitations?
- Discussion
- Aims
- Method
- Abstract
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Why do qualitative researchers keep reflexive journals during analysis?
- Acknowledge personal bias
- Increase sample size
- Establish statistical power
- Standardise data collection
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Which technique allows participants to verify the accuracy of qualitative themes?
- Counterbalancing
- Double-blind testing
- Random sampling
- Participant validation
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Failing to generalise lab findings from students to older adults highlights an issue with what?
- Ecological validity
- Temporal validity
- Internal validity
- Population validity
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What term describes a measurement that is consistent but measures the wrong construct?
- Valid but unreliable
- Unreliable and invalid
- Both reliable and valid
- Reliable but invalid
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Which term describes research findings being influenced by the personal beliefs of the experimenter?
- Social desirability
- Researcher bias
- Participant variables
- Demand characteristics
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