In survey research, a sample in which all potential respondents DO NOT have the same probability of being included is a:
a. biased sample
b. probability sample
c. random sample
d. stratified sample
Question 2Conflict theory is better than functionalism at explaining persistence and change in gender roles.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 3The Hawthorne effect is MOST likely to occur when which of the following research methods is used?
a. experimental study
b. participant observation
c. secondary analysis
d. unobtrusive observation
Question 4Functionalist theory generally contends that sexual inequality survives because it was beneficial for society.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 5Which of the following procedures is LEAST likely to be questioned on ethical grounds?
a. Participants in an experiment are forced to engage in actions against their will.
b. Participants in an experiment are not told the nature of the study until the experiment is over.
c. Respondents are not informed as to how the data is to be used.
d. The respondent is not told that what is being studied would eventually be made public.
Question 6Functionalism and conflict theory are equally good at explaining the origins of gender roles.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 7Of the following research methods, the only one in which the researcher can actually manipulate the independent variable is:
a. a controlled experiment
b. archival research
c. participant observation
d. survey research
Question 8The controversy between nature and nurture as determinants of human behavior has been resolved so that all understand that biology is more important than socialization.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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