Reaction Time-Biology Flashcards
1
Q
Method?
A
Person 1 sits upright on a stool
Places dominant arm over the table
Person 2 holds a ruler vertically
Drops the ruler randomly
Person 1 catches the ruler
Measure where the ruler meets the thumb
Repeat and calculate mean
2
Q
Dependent variable?
A
The reaction time measured
3
Q
Where
A
In a lab without hazardous chemicals
4
Q
Independent variable?
A
The person having their reaction time tested
5
Q
How can practice affect reaction time?
A
May shorten reaction time
