Experimental Design Flashcards
1
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What is a repeated measures design?
A
The SAME group of participants take part in both conditions.
2
Q
Advantage of repeated measures
A
Eliminates participant variables.
3
Q
Disadvantage of repeated measures
A
Order effect.
4
Q
What is an independent groups design?
A
DIFFERENT groups of participants take part in each condition.
5
Q
Advantage of independent groups
A
No demand characteristics or order effect.
6
Q
Disadvantage of independent groups
A
More chance of participant variables.
7
Q
What is a matched pairs design?
A
Different groups of participants in each condition, but every person is matched closely.
8
Q
Advantage of matched pairs
A
No order effect.
9
Q
Disadvantage of matched pairs
A
Time consuming and more expensive.
