RESEARCH METHODS THINKING CRITICALLY WITH PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE
THE SCIENTIFIC METHOD AND DESCRIPTION
Question
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In an experimental study of the effects of anxiety on self-esteem, anxiety would be the ____ variable.
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experimental
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dependent
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correlational
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independent
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Option D-The study manipulates anxiety levels to identify its impact on the self-esteem of individuals. The manipulated variable in an experiment refers to the independent variable. This is under the control of the researcher and hence, option D is the answer.
Detailed explanation-2: -Anxiety is the independent variable, exam performance is the dependent variable.
Detailed explanation-3: -People who struggle with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) often find themselves struggling with low self-esteem. They may have poor confidence in themselves or think they are worthless. This can be a harmful symptom of GAD with long-lasting implications.
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