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Content: Descriptive research asks "what". Scientists watch reactions, ask questions, track normal behavior, and compare subjects. Experimental research asks "why". Scientists control and manipulate variables, and evaluate and record results. All of the following are reasons that psychologists use a systematic method to conduct research except __________. A.
to minimize subjectivity in research
B.
to increase consistency across studies
C.
to minimize objectivity in research
D.
to ensure behaviors are defined similarly
C.
to minimize objectivity in research
List and briefly describe the steps of the scientific method. The first step is to develop a research question. Scientists will observe behaviors and mental processes, ask questions, and research/critically evaluate information. The second step is to state a hypothesis. A hypothesis must be stated as a question, state specific prediction, and identify specific relationship of variables.