Psychology Research Methods: Collaborative Learning Community – Correlations

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This is a Collaborative Learning Community (CLC) assignment.

Before beginning this assignment, each group should submit a filled-in copy of the CLC Agreement Form.

Each CLC team will design a correlational study, groups will need two variables with at least five sets of data. between these two variables: time spent playing video games and aggression.

Then in 600-750 words, do the following:

  1. Create a hypothesis for the groups study. Consider the hypothesis and how the group will define operationally and measure the variables.
  2. Describe how the group will obtain a random sample of participants.
  3. Assume the study produces a correlation of .56 between the variables. Analyze three possible causal reasons for the relationship.
  4. Submit an SPSS output for the correlational study.

Use two to four scholarly resources to support your explanations.

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA 7th Style Guide.