IV, DV, Hypotheses Flashcards
1
Q
What is an independent variable?
A
Elements that psychologist can change in order to see what happens
2
Q
What is a dependent variable?
A
The thing that changes - the outcome that you measure
In a successful experiment, changes in the IV should cause changes in the DV
3
Q
What is a situational variable?
A
Changes that occur in the situation the participants are in
4
Q
What is a directional hypothesis (one tailed)?
A
States the kind of difference or relationship between the IV and DV
5
Q
What is a non-directional hypothesis (two tailed)?
A
Predicts there will be a difference between conditions
6
Q
What is a null hypothesis?
A
Statement that the results will be due to chance
IV will not affect DV
