Variables

Question 1

Independent variable

Answer 1

Directly manipulated by researcher to examine its effect

Question 2

Dependent variable

Answer 2

Variable measured by researcher (outcome)

Question 3

Extraneous variable

Answer 3

Variables that aren’t the IV but could affect the findings of the study

Question 4

Confounding variable

Answer 4

Extraneous variables that affect the outcome of the study

Question 5

Finish the sentence:

“The IV and DV should be…”

Answer 5

Operationalised - made detailed and specific so they’re TESTABLE and MEASURABLE

Question 6

What is control?

Answer 6

Attempting to eliminate potential effects of EV before they become CV