Participating in cubicle studies is usually very simple. Cubicle is another word for the space in which the research takes place. You will sit at a desk behind a computer and perform various tasks via the computer. The type of task depends on the research. Sometimes you will be asked to empathize with a certain situation and then answer questions about how you would behave in such a situation. There are often a number of questionnaires about your opinion, behaviour and/or personality.
Other types of tasks can also be used, such as recognising pictures, playing games (selection games, memory-like games), reacting with the mouse or keys to certain characters presented on the screen (and ignoring other characters) or watching videos that are then asked questions about.
This type of research enables behavioural scientists to gain insight into human actions and thinking in different situations.