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Psychology 4 steps of the scientific method?
hypothesis (or your theory) methodology (or how I'm gonna proof it) -- this must be repeatable to be truly scientific results (scriptographical display of test) conclusion (what happened which supports you argument)
Why is it possible to have a reliable measure that is not valid but impossible to have a valid measure that is not reliable?
A reliable measure is consistent and yields consistent results, so it may not be measuring the intended construct accurately (lack validity). On the other hand, a valid measure accurately assesses the intended construct, but it must be consistent and produce stable results (reliable) to ensure that the measurements are dependable and trustworthy.
How can you ensure the accuracy of your results which conducting a scientific investigation?
Check if the results are valid
What is a valid investigation?
a valid investigation is an effective investigation i think. The results turn out to be what you had inferred.
To be a valid scientific experiment the results must be?
Repeatable
What are 3 things that make experimental results valid?
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How do scientists make sure that their results are valid?
repeated trials
Is talk show host doctor Phil truly a doctor?
Yes he is and has degrees in Psychology, and Philosophy
Can a test be reliable and yet not valid?
A test may be reliable yet not valid, The results can end up being reliable, in other words certain to have yielded properly based on input. But the results may not be trustworthy.
What is the term when a variable unaccounted for in an experiment effects the results in experimental psychology?
confounding variable
Psychological tests that yield relatively consistent results are said to be?
reliable.
How do you identify the range of a function?
The range of a function is the interval (or intervals) over which the independent variable is valid, i.e. results in a valid value of the function.
