1B (1): Scientific Research Methodologies (INCOMPLETE) Flashcards
Chapter 1 (6 cards)
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What is a Controlled Experiment?
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A type of investigation in which the effect of the independent variable on the dependent variable is tested while aiming to control all other variables.
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What’s an advantage of Controlled Experiments?
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Allows researches to infer causal relationships.
High level of control for researches.
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Whats a Disadvantage of Controlled Experiments?
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Setting may not be reflective of real life, time-consuming and expensive.
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What are case studies?
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An in-depth investigation of a real or hypothetical individual, group, or phenomenon, including real-world complexities.
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Pros of Case Studies?
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Highly detailed, rich information
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Cons of Case Studies:
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Cannoy be generalised, subject to researcher bias.
