Field experiments Flashcards
1
Q
why is it called a field experiment?
A
because it is conducted in the field in a real life situation
2
Q
Why are ethics questioned?
A
- P’s not usually aware they are in an experiment so don’t have the right to withdraw
- no informed consent can be gained
- Impossible to debrief all P’s
3
Q
1 Weakness regarding variables?
A
hard to control confounding variables
4
Q
2 weaknesses?
A
- Time consuming
- Expensive
5
Q
What are they usually high in?
A
Ecological validity as they are not artificial
