Extraneous variables and research procedure Flashcards

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What is an extraneous variable?

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all variables that aren’t the independent variable but could affect the results of the experiment

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Instructions to participants:

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The instructions given to participants when they are participating in the given research

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What are standardised instructions?

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All participants instructions are exactly the same and to be precise the instructor should write them down

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What is randomisation?

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You do some kind of ‘pick out of a hat’ method when taking on participants

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