PSY 300 Midterm: Exam 1
Document Summary
Proxy- a figure that can be used to represent the value for something in a calculation(zip codes/language patterns to predict pay back rate for loans potential) Feedback loop- how outcome reinforces a destructure cycle. Outcomes- on paper seems to be easiest/most efficient solution but in reality it is a destructive repercussion of wmd. Justice/fairness- same opportunities given and treated equally. Psychology- scientific study of behavior and mental processes. Variable- a measurable characteristic of an event, substance or entity that can human bias change. Rationalism- logical thinking, combines existing information in logical, rule bound way. Inference- logical conclusion or a legit implication based on factual information- cannot be directly verified- ex: construct or theory. Opinion- expresses an evaluation based on personal judgement or belief. Data- facts- reports info that can be directly observed or verified/check for accuracy. Relations exists between events that occur in the world. Describe reality and explain reality- basic research. Theory- research questions- research design- hypotheses- data.
