Questions: correlational
Question 3
1 pts
Which animals are most commonly used in psychological research?
dogs
rodents and birds
monkeys
insects and fruit flies
Question 4
Transcript text: correlational
Question 3
1 pts
Which animals are most commonly used in psychological research?
dogs
rodents and birds
monkeys
insects and fruit flies
Question 4
Solution
The answer is: rodents and birds.
Explanation for each option:
Dogs: While dogs are used in some psychological research, they are not the most commonly used animals.
Rodents and birds: Rodents (such as rats and mice) and birds are the most commonly used animals in psychological research due to their availability, ease of handling, and the extensive knowledge base about their biology and behavior.
Monkeys: Monkeys are used in psychological research, particularly in studies related to higher cognitive functions, but they are less commonly used than rodents and birds due to ethical considerations and higher costs.
Insects and fruit flies: Insects and fruit flies are used in genetic and developmental studies, but they are not the most common animals used in psychological research.
Summary:
Rodents and birds are the most commonly used animals in psychological research due to their practicality and the extensive knowledge available about them.