IV AND DV Flashcards
1
Q
What is a non directional hypothesis
A
Difference will exist between 2+ variables without predicting exact direction of difference . Research
Inconclusive
2
Q
What is directional hypothesis?
A
Predicts specific direction of difference between 2+ variables. Use words such as increase, higher, lower
3
Q
What is the IV?
A
Variable manipulated by researcher
4
Q
What is the DV?
A
Variable that is measured
5
Q
What is an extraneous variable?
A
Unwanted variable may give false results so needs to be manipulated
6
Q
Cofounding variables
A
Are unwanted variables but vary systematically
7
Q
Standardastion
A
All participants should be subject to same environment information/experience
