Asked by akira prescott on Sep 28, 2024
What differs between an experimental group and a control group
A) The characteristics of the participants.
B) Only the experimental group is measured for the dependent variable.
C) Nothing except the experience of the independent variable.
D) Only the control group experiences the independent variable.
Experimental Group
The group in a scientific study that receives the intervention or treatment under investigation.
Independent Variable
In an experimental setting, the variable that is manipulated or changed to observe its effect on the dependent variable.
- Recognize and distinguish between independent, dependent, and control variables in the context of experiments.
- Recognize the function and criticality of control groups in experimental frameworks.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize and distinguish between independent, dependent, and control variables in the context of experiments.
- Recognize the function and criticality of control groups in experimental frameworks.