AP PSYCHOLOGY

RESEARCH METHODS THINKING CRITICALLY WITH PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE

THE SCIENTIFIC METHOD AND DESCRIPTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
In an experiment, researchers manipulate one or more ____ and then determine whether this manipulation had an effect on the ____
A
independent variables; dependent variable
B
dependent variables; independent variable
C
correlations; association
D
personality characteristics; outcome
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Therefore, in experiments, a researcher manipulates an independent variable to determine if it causes a change in the dependent variable.

Detailed explanation-2: -They manipulate the independent variable by systematically changing its levels and control other variables by holding them constant.

Detailed explanation-3: -The independent variable, also known as the manipulated variable, is the factor manipulated by the researcher, and it produces one or more results, known as dependent variables.

Detailed explanation-4: -You manipulate one or more independent variables and measure their effect on one or more dependent variables. Experimental design create a set of procedures to systematically test a hypothesis. A good experimental design requires a strong understanding of the system you are studying.

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