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If a research study has an independent variable, it must be a manipulated factor that is hypothesized to influence or cause changes in a dependent variable. The independent variable is the one that researchers control or vary to observe its effects on the outcomes of the study. Additionally, it is essential for establishing causal relationships within the research framework.
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What are the independent dependent and control variables?
The independent variable is the thing you are changing/varying. The dependent variable is the thing you are measuring. This variable should be affected by the independent variable. Control variables are anything that must be kept constant. If there are any other factors which affect the dependent variable, then these need to be controlled so that they do not have any significant effect (basically ensuring that you are actually measuring the effects of the independent variable).
What type of variable must be measurable to obtain results?
either independent or dependent
Why must independent variable be held constant for expirimental treatments?
The independent variable must be held constant in experimental treatments to ensure that any observed effects on the dependent variable can be attributed solely to changes in the treatment conditions. This minimizes confounding variables and helps establish a clear cause-and-effect relationship. If the independent variable fluctuates, it can introduce variability that obscures the true impact of the treatment, making it difficult to draw valid conclusions. Consistency in the independent variable is crucial for the reliability and validity of the experiment's results.
What are some kinds of independent variables?
The answer depends on the context. A variable can be independent in some studies but dependent in others. Time can be an independent variable in distance-time or speed-time studies but the time (to failure of a component) is a dependent variable. Perhaps confusingly, the same two variables can swap places depending upon the context. Suppose I believe that healthier people are taller (their growth is less likely to be stunted by illnesses) then my independent variable is some measure of their health and the dependent variable is their height. If instead, I believe that taller people are healthier (their parents must have had good genes) then the independent variable is height and the dependent is health.
What is meant by confounding?
Confounding refers to a situation in research where an outside variable influences both the independent and dependent variables, leading to a misleading association between them. This can obscure the true relationship being studied, making it difficult to determine causality. Confounding variables must be controlled or accounted for to ensure accurate interpretations of research findings.
How can you tell if a table of values represents a function?
If all the values of the "independent" variable (x) are different then it is a function.If there are any repeats of the independent variable, the corresponding dependent variable, y, must be the same.If all the values of the "independent" variable (x) are different then it is a function.If there are any repeats of the independent variable, the corresponding dependent variable, y, must be the same.If all the values of the "independent" variable (x) are different then it is a function.If there are any repeats of the independent variable, the corresponding dependent variable, y, must be the same.If all the values of the "independent" variable (x) are different then it is a function.If there are any repeats of the independent variable, the corresponding dependent variable, y, must be the same.
The independent effect variable must occur later in time than the dependent variable?
yes
Why is it important to have a control in a science experiment?
In order to be certain that the changing of the independent variable directly affects the dependent variable, a control must be taken where the independent variable is not changed-this ensures that whatever happens to the dependent variable happens because of the independent variable, and is not something that would happen anyway.
Is the independent variable the volume of an object or the mass of an object?
The independent variable of any object depends on the experiment being performed on said object. Do distinguish whether volume or mass is the independent variable, we must first know what the experiment is. Remember that an independent variable does not change when the other factors of an experiment (the dependent variables) do change. An independent variable remains constant.
What are the independent dependent and control variables?
The independent variable is the thing you are changing/varying. The dependent variable is the thing you are measuring. This variable should be affected by the independent variable. Control variables are anything that must be kept constant. If there are any other factors which affect the dependent variable, then these need to be controlled so that they do not have any significant effect (basically ensuring that you are actually measuring the effects of the independent variable).
What type of variable must be measurable to obtain results?
either independent or dependent
What does control bias means in Psychology?
Control bias in psychology refers to the influence of a third variable that was not accounted for in a research study, leading to a misinterpretation of results. This bias can occur when an uncontrolled variable affects both the independent and dependent variables, creating a false perception of causality. Researchers must take measures to control for possible biases to ensure the validity and reliability of their findings.
What conditions must be met if you want to have a scientifically valid sample for a study?
You must have a control group, an experimental group, an experimental variable (also called the independent variable), and a response to be measured (also called the dependent variable). The experimental variable is applied only to the experimental group, so that any difference between the control group and experimental group is due only to the experimental variable. Both the control group and experimental group must have the same conditions, except for the experimental variable.
Is customer satisfaction is a dependent variable?
Well, that depends on whether 'customer satisfaction' is the cause or the effect in your analysis. If say, 'prompt attention to customer problems' were the causative (independent) variable, then the 'customer satisfaction' would be the result/outcome/dependent variable. However you could have had a study in which 'customer satisfaction' was the cause/independently variable, and 'likelihood of repeat business' were the result/outcome/dependent variable. You must distinguish between CAUSE and EFFECT. Cause is the independent variable that creates the Effect observed.
How many independent variable are there in a controlled experiment?
In a controlled experiment, there is typically one independent variable. This is the variable that researchers manipulate to observe its effect on the dependent variable. Keeping all other variables constant allows for a clear understanding of the relationship between the independent and dependent variables. However, some experiments may include multiple independent variables, but each one must be tested in a controlled manner.
Are variable in an experiment can change True or False?
A variable does and must change, but you can only have one variable, otherwise the experiment becomes biased and unfair
What do you mean when you say the non-experimental variables must be held constant?
When non-experimental variables are held constant, it means keeping factors other than the independent variable the same for all participants or conditions in order to ensure that any observed effects are due to the independent variable and not to any other variable. This helps to isolate the impact of the independent variable on the dependent variable and strengthens the validity of the experiment.
