A study done on the driving habits of motorists in 1925 will be generalizable to present-day motorists.
One of the purposes of an experiment is to determine whether the dependent variable affects the independent variable.
In an experiment, researchers want to determine if the __________ variable causes changes in the __________ variable.A.dependent . . . independent B.confounding . . . independent C.independent . . . dependent D.dependent . . . extraneous
A confounding variable can also be considered an extraneous variable.
Quota sampling is mostly based on participant availability or volunteers. Please select the best answer from the choices provided
Placebos are sometimes used in research in order to demonstrate the effects of participant expectations or beliefs on the outcome of behavior.
A well-designed experiment can be replicated by others.
Convenience sampling can produce biased research results.
Understanding the effect of any confounding variables on the dependent variable is important to the outcome of an experiment.
Everyday occurrences, such as identifying criminals in police lineups, can be improved by using psychological experimental procedures, such as __________.A.single-blind proceduresB.simultaneous lineupsC.experimental designD.double-blind procedures
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