pilot studies Flashcards
1
Q
what is a pilot study?
A
a small scale trial run of the actual investigation
2
Q
what is the aim of a pilot study?
A
- to check that the procedures, material etc. work
- to allow the researcher to make changes or modifications if necessary
3
Q
what is a single blind procedure?
A
ppts aren’t sure what the aim of the study is and which condition they’re in (deception)
4
Q
what is a double blind procedure?
A
ppts and the researcher don’t know about the aim of the study and which condition the ppts are in
5
Q
what is the difference between an experimental and control group
A
- experimental - receives the real drug
- control - receives the placebo
