Asked by Noemi Gutierrez on Jul 02, 2024

Those who rely on the case-study method need to be especially alert to the dangers of

A) the double-blind procedure.
B) replication.
C) random assignment.
D) false generalization.

False Generalization

An erroneous logical conclusion that applies a specific observation to a broader context than is justifiably warranted.

Double-Blind Procedure

An experimental technique in which neither the participants nor the experimenters know who is receiving a particular treatment, used to prevent bias.

Random Assignment

A method used in experiments where participants are assigned to groups in a way that each has an equal chance of being placed in any group, minimizing biases.

  • Understand the applicability and execution of different research approaches in psychology, including naturalistic observation, case studies, surveys, and experiments.
  • Recognize the advantages and constraints of case study methods, especially in the detailed examination of individual or group actions.
  • Comprehend the likelihood of biases and misconceptions stemming from sampling or observations that do not accurately reflect the broader population.