Research Methods

Question 1

Define Extraneous Variable

Answer 1

A “nuisance” variable which should be controlled as it can affect the dependent variable.

Question 2

Define Confounding Variable

Answer 2

A variable which is not the IV but can affect the DV - it is a variable which can change within the IV but cannot be controlled.

Question 3

Define Operationalise

Answer 3

The process of ensuring variable are in a form which can be easily tested and specifically defined in order to be fully understood.