Experimental Methods Flashcards
1
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What’s a lab experiment
A
Controlled environment, manipulated IV , stops extraneous variable ,
2
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What is a natural experiment
A
IV is naturally occurring
3
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What is a field experiment
A
Natural conditions , manipulate IV
4
Q
What is a quasi experiment
A
Controlled conditions , IV naturally occurring
5
Q
Evaluation of lab experiments
A
✔️- Control over extraneous variables
-objective scientific data
✖️-lack ecological validity
6
Q
Evaluation of field experiment
A
✔️-behaviour is natural
-high external validity
✖️-no control over extraneous variables
7
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Evaluation over natural experiment
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✔️-natural behaviour no demand characteristics
✖️- no control over extraneous variables
8
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Evaluation of quasi experiment
A
-✖️demand characteristic
✔️-allows comparison between diff types of people
