Question 1

On the basis of the discussion in your text, what is the most important advantage of using a cross-sectional approach?

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A)   It avoids the problem of finding groups of similar people to study.
B)   It matches people according to chronological and maturational age.
C)   It saves a great deal of time and money over longitudinal research.
D)   It eliminates any ambiguity regarding cause-effect relationships.

Question 2

A researcher's notes that contain the exact speech utterances that children make, as well as the ages of the children under study, is most related to which goal of developmental psychology?

Accepted Answer

A)   description
B)   expression
C)   prediction
D)   conclusion

Question 3

The major reason experimental designs are not used in developmental studies is:

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A)   they are not as interesting as most other types of research designs
B)   it is impossible to exercise the control necessary to conduct them
C)   they are less expensive but also less accurate than other design types
D)   they are less time-consuming but also less reliable than other designs

Question 4

A developmental psychologist wants to determine the chances that a particular ninth-grade student will graduate from high school. This best illustrates:

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A)   description
B)   explanation
C)   prediction
D)   control

Question 5

The changes that are most likely to occur because a person is at a particular stage of development, such as infancy, adolescence, or adulthood, are characteristic of:

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A)   normative age-graded influences
B)   nonnormative life events
C)   norm-referenced behavior
D)   history-graded influences

Question 6

The method that combines collecting data over time as well as across study groups to measure more than one cohort over time is called the:

Accepted Answer

A)   case study method
B)   cross-sectional method
C)   sequential method
D)   longitudinal method

Question 7

A researcher conducts a study in which he manipulates several variables and then measures the effect on the other variables. He is most likely using which research method?

Accepted Answer

A)   naturalistic observation
B)   experiment
C)   social survey
D)   prediction

Question 8

According to your text's discussion of the timing of developmental events, influences that involve unique turning points that cause people to change direction in their lives are known as:

Accepted Answer

A)   normative history-graded influences
B)   normative age-graded influences
C)   nonnormative life events
D)   breaking points

Question 9

According to your text's discussion of the timing of developmental events, when a generation of people experience social, political, and economic events at the same time they will likely experience:

Accepted Answer

A)   nonnormative generational constancy
B)   normative history-graded influences
C)   normative age-graded influences
D)   nonnormative life events

Question 10

The case-study method of research:

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A)   focuses on a group of subjects
B)   relies on only one interview
C)   focuses on an individual
D)   requires a control group

Question 11

Mr. Brown is undertaking research in which he is watching the behavior of people as they wait in line at the Department of Labor. He observes over a period of 2 weeks. Each day he goes to the site and tapes conversations as he observes and takes notes. This type of research is called:

Accepted Answer

A)   social survey
B)   naturalistic observation
C)   random sampling
D)   case study

Question 12

What are the advantages and disadvantages of longitudinal research compared to cross-sectional research methods? Give an example to support your statements.

Accepted Answer

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Question 13

According to Bronfenbrenner's model, the mesosystem consists of:

Accepted Answer

A)   medium-strength direct or indirect influences on society
B)   outside influences on a person's logical thinking processes
C)   the interrelationships among the person's various settings
D)   the interrelationships among technical and societal values

Question 14

Dr. Robertson is interested in studying temperament changes over the course of adolescence. She would like to avoid the disadvantages associated with longitudinal and cross-sectional research. What could you suggest she use to complete her study?

Accepted Answer

A)   time sampling
B)   sequential methods
C)   event sampling
D)   cross-cultural methods

Question 15

All of the following are true about age EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)   age status has no bearing on a person's role in society
B)   age is a master status
C)   it operates indirectly as a criterion for certain roles via linkage with other factors
D)   it is a major dimension of social organization

Question 16

Describe at least five aspects of good child observation practices.

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Question 17

Bob wishes to undertake a study of the students at his college comparing their grade point averages and drinking behaviors. He draws up a document explaining the purpose of his study, the type of data to be collected, and the way the data will be used. The document states that participants have the right to terminate participation at any time during the study. Before beginning to collect his data he gets each participant to sign the document. Bob is obtaining:

Accepted Answer

A)   informed consent
B)   a quit claim document
C)   indemnity assurance
D)   consensual agreement

Question 18

Keisha wins the lottery and is awarded 10 million dollars. She buys a house in France and a new sports car and organizes and finances a charitable institute for disadvantaged youth. According to your text's discussion of the timing of developmental events, this is an example of:

Accepted Answer

A)   nonnormative life events
B)   normative history-graded influences
C)   normative age-graded influences
D)   normative life events

Question 19

In terms of Bronfenbrenner's model, 10-year old Melissa's microsystem would most likely include all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)   the home where Melissa lives
B)   the school that Melissa attends
C)   Melissa's after-school program
D)   the office of Melissa's mother

Question 20

According to Bronfenbrenner's model, the microsystem consists of:

Accepted Answer

A)   the network of microorganisms in the person's body that influence physical growth
B)   the network of social relations and physical settings the person experiences daily
C)   the network of new technologies in society that influence health and well-being
D)   the network of interrelationships among the various settings in which the person is

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A developmental psychologist wants to determine the chances that a particular ninth-grade student will graduate from high school. This best illustrates:

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On the basis of the discussion in your text, what is the most important advantage of using a cross-sectional approach?

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What are the advantages and disadvantages of longitudinal research compared to cross-sectional research methods? Give an example to support your statements.

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The method that combines collecting data over time as well as across study groups to measure more than one cohort over time is called the:

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The case-study method of research:

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According to your text's discussion of the timing of developmental events, when a generation of people experience social, political, and economic events at the same time they will likely experience:

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The major reason experimental designs are not used in developmental studies is:

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A researcher conducts a study in which he manipulates several variables and then measures the effect on the other variables. He is most likely using which research method?

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In terms of Bronfenbrenner's model, 10-year old Melissa's microsystem would most likely include all of the following EXCEPT:

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Dr. Robertson is interested in studying temperament changes over the course of adolescence. She would like to avoid the disadvantages associated with longitudinal and cross-sectional research. What could you suggest she use to complete her study?

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All of the following are true about age EXCEPT:

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Keisha wins the lottery and is awarded 10 million dollars. She buys a house in France and a new sports car and organizes and finances a charitable institute for disadvantaged youth. According to your text's discussion of the timing of developmental events, this is an example of:

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According to Bronfenbrenner's model, the microsystem consists of:

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A researcher's notes that contain the exact speech utterances that children make, as well as the ages of the children under study, is most related to which goal of developmental psychology?

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Mr. Brown is undertaking research in which he is watching the behavior of people as they wait in line at the Department of Labor. He observes over a period of 2 weeks. Each day he goes to the site and tapes conversations as he observes and takes notes. This type of research is called:

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Describe at least five aspects of good child observation practices.

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According to your text's discussion of the timing of developmental events, influences that involve unique turning points that cause people to change direction in their lives are known as:

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The changes that are most likely to occur because a person is at a particular stage of development, such as infancy, adolescence, or adulthood, are characteristic of:

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A developmental psychologist wants to determine the chances that a particular ninth-grade student will graduate from high school. This best illustrates:

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On the basis of the discussion in your text, what is the most important advantage of using a cross-sectional approach?

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What are the advantages and disadvantages of longitudinal research compared to cross-sectional research methods? Give an example to support your statements.

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The method that combines collecting data over time as well as across study groups to measure more than one cohort over time is called the:

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The case-study method of research:

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In terms of Bronfenbrenner's model, 10-year old Melissa's microsystem would most likely include all of the following EXCEPT:

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Dr. Robertson is interested in studying temperament changes over the course of adolescence. She would like to avoid the disadvantages associated with longitudinal and cross-sectional research. What could you suggest she use to complete her study?

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All of the following are true about age EXCEPT:

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Keisha wins the lottery and is awarded 10 million dollars. She buys a house in France and a new sports car and organizes and finances a charitable institute for disadvantaged youth. According to your text's discussion of the timing of developmental events, this is an example of:

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According to Bronfenbrenner's model, the microsystem consists of:

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A researcher's notes that contain the exact speech utterances that children make, as well as the ages of the children under study, is most related to which goal of developmental psychology?

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Mr. Brown is undertaking research in which he is watching the behavior of people as they wait in line at the Department of Labor. He observes over a period of 2 weeks. Each day he goes to the site and tapes conversations as he observes and takes notes. This type of research is called:

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Describe at least five aspects of good child observation practices.

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According to your text's discussion of the timing of developmental events, influences that involve unique turning points that cause people to change direction in their lives are known as:

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