Variables Flashcards

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Independent variable

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Directly manipulated by researcher to examine its effect

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Dependent variable

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Variable measured by researcher (outcome)

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Extraneous variable

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

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Confounding variable

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Extraneous variables that affect the outcome of the study

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Finish the sentence:

“The IV and DV should be…”

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

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What is control?

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Attempting to eliminate potential effects of EV before they become CV

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