8
QuizMultiple Choice

What Is Research?

Question 8 • TCHS VV Psychology A - Elec

If psychologists are making suggestions for how to change behavior, then they are demonstrating which goal of psychology?

Answer
A
predict
B
control
C
explain
D
observe

Explanation

Psychology’s goal of control means using knowledge to influence or change behavior. When psychologists suggest ways to change what someone does, they are demonstrating control, not merely observing, explaining, or predicting behavior.

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