Statistical significance is used to evaluate:
a) the causal relationship between variables.
b) the external validity of research results.
c) the likelihood of repeating research results.
d) the theoretical consistency of research results.
Question 2An important aspect of behavioural assessment is that:
a) It leads to intervention and evaluation of treatment.
b) It helps identify mindful and compliant behaviours.
c) It is more valid than self-reflection and self-report.
d) None of the above.
Question 3While studying for an exam, Paul worked for 15 minutes before becoming tired. He decided that it would be better to work for another 30 minutes before taking a break. His behaviour is being guided by which part of his mind?
a) Id
b) Ego
c) Superego
d) Conscience
Question 4An alternative to the DSM has been suggested where diagnoses are based upon
a) exclusively theory-driven criteria.
b) ratings along quantitative dimensions.
c) an accumulation of symptoms that describe different diagnostic entities.
d) none of the above choices have been suggested as alternatives to the DSM.
Question 5Why do behavioural assessors sometimes set up contrived situations in which to observe behaviour?
a) They do not think the setting is an important influence on people's behaviour.
b) Such assessments avoid the problem of reactivity.
c) They want to see how people respond in unusual situations.
d) It is often difficult to control the conditions in natural settings.
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