Ch1 - Terminology in the Experimental Method Flashcards
1
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independent variable
A
manipulated by the researcher
- in behavioral research, 2 (or more) treatment conditions which subjects are exposed
- antecedent conditions that were manipulated prior to observing the dependent variable
2
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dependent variable
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is observed to assess the effect of the treatment
3
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control condition
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individuals DO NOT receive the experimental treatment
4
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what do individuals in a control condition receive instead?
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they receive no treatment or receive a PLACEBO treatment
5
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what is the purpose of a control condition?
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to provide a baseline for comparison with the experimental condition
6
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experimental condition
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individuals DO receive the experimental treatment
