Pilot studies Flashcards
1
Q
What is a pilot study?
A
a small-scale run that takes place before the real investigation is conducted
2
Q
What is the purpose of a pilot study?
A
to check that procedure, materials, measuring scales ect. work and allow the researcher to make modifications if necessary
3
Q
What is a single blind procedure?
A
an investigation where ptpts don’t know the aims of the study
4
Q
what is a double blind procedure?
A
an investigation in which neither the ptpts and the investigator know the aims of the study
5
Q
why would you use a single blind procedure?
A
to reduce demand characteristics
6
Q
Why would you use a double- blind procedure?
A
To reduce demand characteristic and investigator effects
