Research Methods

Question 1

Laboratory Experiment

Answer 1

• Set in a laboratory.
• Determines if a cause & effect relationship exists between the IV & the DV.

Question 2

Questionnaire

Answer 2

Any written set of questions used to collect qualitative data with regard to a person’s opinions &/or attitudes.

Question 3

Field Experiment

Answer 3

• A study that is held outside of the laboratory.
• In the ‘real world.’
• Determines if a cause & effect relationship exists between the IV & the DV.

Question 4

Natural Experiment

Answer 4

• An IV that is environmental in nature & outside of the researcher’s control.
• Determines if a cause & effect relationship exists between the IV & the DV.