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David is a research psychologist working with 3M. He and his team are commissioned by the government to design a more efficient computer interface. Herb is an example of a _________________.
  1. experimental psychologist
  2. clinical psychologist
  3. social psychologist
  4. industrial-organizational psychologist
Explanation
Answer: D - An industrial-organizational psychologist works in research that makes a computer interface more efficient.
Key Takeaway: Industrial-organizational psychology is a branch of applied psychology that brings research into product development. Research psychologists in this sub-field of Psychology use results from research studies in perception and other branches to develop products that are friendly and easy to use. Other example of industrial-organizational psychologists are those involved in traffic research and safety studies.
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