Variables Flashcards
1
Q
What is an independent variable?
A
The variable that is manipulated.
2
Q
What is a dependent variable?
A
The variable that is measured.
3
Q
What is an extraneous variable?
A
The variable that interferes with the DV.
4
Q
What is a confounding variable?
A
The variable (other than the IV) that interferes with the DV.
5
Q
What is operationalisation?
A
Clearly defining variables to make them measurable.
