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What is an Independent Variable (IV)?
What is an Independent Variable (IV)?
- The variable that is constant throughout the experiment.
- The variable that is measured in the experiment.
- The factor that is manipulated by the experimenter. (correct)
- The group that does not receive the experimental treatment.
What is meant by 'levels' of independent variables?
What is meant by 'levels' of independent variables?
The number of experimental conditions of the independent variable.
What is a Dependent Variable (DV)?
What is a Dependent Variable (DV)?
- The variable that is measured in the experiment. (correct)
- The reference group in an experiment.
- The constant variable throughout the study.
- The variable that is changed by the experimenter.
What are Controlled / Constant Variables?
What are Controlled / Constant Variables?
What is a Testable Question?
What is a Testable Question?
What is a Hypothesis?
What is a Hypothesis?
What is a Control Group?
What is a Control Group?
What are Test Group(s)?
What are Test Group(s)?
What are Experimental Group(s)?
What are Experimental Group(s)?
Define the term Data.
Define the term Data.
What do experimental 'Conclusions' do?
What do experimental 'Conclusions' do?
What does WITEOBOB mean?
What does WITEOBOB mean?
What is the advantage of using WITEBOB?
What is the advantage of using WITEBOB?
Practice using WITEBOB by writing a testable question.
Practice using WITEBOB by writing a testable question.
What are 'multiple trials'?
What are 'multiple trials'?
Study Notes
Experimental Design Vocabulary
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Independent Variable (IV)
- The factor manipulated by the experimenter to assess its influence on dependent variables.
- Considered the "cause," as it leads to changes in dependent variables.
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Levels of Independent Variables
- Represent the distinct conditions within an experiment (e.g., Experimental vs. Control).
- If an experiment has two conditions, the independent variable has two levels.
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Dependent Variable (DV)
- Variable that responds to changes in the independent variable.
- Measured and recorded data that reflects the effect of the independent variable.
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Controlled / Constant Variables
- Elements that remain unchanged during the experiment to ensure valid comparisons.
- Not classified as independent or dependent variables; serve to isolate the effect of IV on DV.
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Testable Question
- A question framed to be answered through empirical experimentation.
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Hypothesis
- A testable prediction expressed in an "If...then...because..." format.
- Serves as an initial proposed explanation based on limited observations for further research.
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Control Group
- The group that does not receive the experimental treatment, serving as a baseline comparison.
- One level of the independent variable, providing a standard for evaluating experimental effects.
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Test Group(s)
- The group(s) exposed to the experimental treatment to observe effects.
- Compared to the control group to analyze the impact of independent variable manipulation.
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Experimental Group(s)
- Combination of both control group and test group(s) in a study.
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Data
- Collected observations during the experimental process, used for analysis.
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Experimental Conclusions
- Interpretations and explanations derived from the data, addressing whether the hypothesis is supported or rejected.
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WITEOBOB
- Acronym representing "What is the effect of Blank-On-Blank?" used to clarify the relationship between variables in the experiment.
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Advantage of WITEBOB
- Aids in identifying both the independent and dependent variables for clarity in experimentation.
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Multiple Trials
- Repetitions of the same experiment to verify results and enhance reliability.
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Test your knowledge of key terms in experimental design with these vocabulary flashcards. Learn about independent variables, their manipulation, and how they affect dependent variables. Perfect for students and researchers alike.
