Experimentation- Validity, Reliability, Accuracy And Precision Flashcards

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What is validity?

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Variables controlled so that any measured effect is likely to be due to the independent variable

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What is reliability?

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Consistent values are achieved in repeats and independent replicates

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What is accuracy?

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Data or means of data sets are close to the true value

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What is precision?

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Measured values are close to each other

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