An Experiment Enables Researchers to Isolate the Effects of One

question 11

Multiple Choice

An experiment enables researchers to isolate the effects of one specific factor by manipulating the factor of interest and also

• A) obtaining participants' informed consent prior to beginning the experiment.
• B) statistically summarizing participants' responses on a scatterplot.
• C) holding other factors constant across experimental and control groups.
• D) fully debriefing participants after completing the experiment.

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