Research Methods in Political Science Exam 1 – Practice Questions, Verified Answers & Study Guide 2026

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Variable A definable quantity that can take on two or more values


Empirical Based on real world observation


Parsimonious/Parsimony Synonym for simple or succinct


Rational Choice The application of game theory and other formal mathematical tools
to puzzles of human behavior


Time-Series Measure A measure for which spatial dimension is the same for all cases and the
cases represent multiple time units


Utility A calculation equal to the sum of all benefits minus the sum of all costs
from that action


Deterministic Relationship If some cause occurs, the effect WILL occur certainly




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