Lesson 1 - Experimental Methods Flashcards
1
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independent variable
A
The variable that the researcher manipulates on order to determine its effect on the dependent variable.
2
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What are experimental conditions
A
Divided levels of the independent variable
3
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Why is a control condition used?
A
To provide a standard against which experimental conditions can be compared to
4
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Dependent variable
A
The variable that is being measured. IV and DV need to be operationalised
5
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Operationalisation definition
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Defining variables in such a way to make them measurable
6
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Extraneous variables
A
Variables other then IV that COULD affect the DV
7
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Confounding variables
A
Variables other than the IV that HAVE affected the DV
