A Condition or Event That an Experimenter Varies to See

question 119

Multiple Choice

A condition or event that an experimenter varies to see its impact on another variable is called a(n) _____ variable.

• A) control
• B) dependent
• C) independent
• D) experimental

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Definitions:

Yerkes-Dodson Law

A principle suggesting that an optimal level of arousal exists for achieving the best performance on a task; too little or too much arousal can decrease performance.

Moderate Tasks

Tasks that are of medium difficulty, neither too easy nor too hard, requiring a reasonable level of skill or effort.

Need For Achievement

A psychological drive or motivation to accomplish goals, excel, and achieve competence.

n Ach

Need for achievement, a motivational term in psychology that represents an individual's desire for significant accomplishment, mastering of skills, control, or high standards.