Question

Which of the following conditions would measure the reliability of a particular research finding?

Question 4 options:

if the study was conducted by a well-known or famous psychologist

if the study was reported by news agencies and media

if independent researchers repeated the study using different participants to statistically measure to extent to which the results are similar

if the finding supports the hypothesis

What is one reason why researchers in psychology follow a specific set of guidelines to help them make decisions when doing research?

Question 7 options:

	to certify researcher's professional credentials as a researcher in the field of psychology
	to ensure that the topics of study are objective and in no way relate to researcher's own values
	to help researchers publish research findings that are of interest to the public
	to ensure they protect research participants from potential harm

Answer 1

4) Answer is C ,

If independent researchers repeated the study using different participants to statistically measure to extent to which the results are similar. Reliability means consistency over no of trials that can be assured only when multiple triaks reports same results. 7) answer is d , to ensure they protect participants from potential harm . Ethical standards are adhered to by researchers so as to protect the interest of participants such as privacy and confidentiality etc.