Variables Flashcards
1
Q
What is an independent variable?
A
The variable that you change and manipulate.
2
Q
What is a dependent variable?
A
The variable that you measure.
3
Q
What is an extraneous variable?
A
Additional and unwanted variables that could change the IV
4
Q
What is a confounding variable?
A
Variables that do change the IV
5
Q
What is meant by operationalisation of variables mean?
A
Making sure that the variables are precise and have units.
6
Q
What is a control condition?
A
A baseline measure that acts as a comparison for the experimental condition.
