Experimental Method Flashcards
1
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the aim
A
the purpose of an investigation (developed from theories)
2
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hypothesis
A
a clear and precise prediction stating the relationship between variables
3
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directional hypothesis
A
states the direction of the difference/relationship by specifying it
4
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non-directional hypothesis
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does not state the direction of the difference/relationship. says that there will be a difference but does not specify HOW.
5
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variables
A
any “thing” that can vary or change during an investigation
independent and dependent
6
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independent variable
A
a variable that the researcher changes and manipulates during the experiment
7
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dependent variable
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a variable that the researcher is able to measure during the experiment
8
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operationalisation
A
clearly defining how variables will be measured
