Module 2.3 - Moderation and Mediation Theory and Concepts (Moderation)

Question 1

Moderation looks at how a third variable changes the relationship between _________________ , based on the interaction between the ___________________ .

Answer 1

a predictor variable and an outcome variable; predictor variable and the third (moderator) variable

Question 2

Moderation allows you to explore how two predictor variables may interact to influence:

Answer 2

the prediction of an outcome variable

Question 3

Moderation is useful when you are interested in considering whether __________ variable moderates _________ the predictor variables predict the outcome variables

Answer 3

the moderator; how well

Question 4

Moderation effects is the equivalent of an interaction effect in

Answer 4

ANOVA/MANOVA analyses

Question 5

The statistical expression of the moderation equation can be conceptualised as a

Answer 5

multiple regression analysis

Question 6

In moderation, several adjustments must be made to the _______________ , and the __________ term must be created.

Answer 6

independent and moderator variables; interaction