A Factor Common to Both Behaviourists and Ethologists in Their

question 231

Multiple Choice

A factor common to both behaviourists and ethologists in their study of learning is that:

• A)they both did most of their research with nonhuman species.
• B)they both did most of their research with humans.
• C)they conducted most of their research in controlled laboratory settings.
• D)they conducted most of their research in naturalistic settings.

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Definitions:

Independent Variable

The variable that is changed or controlled in a scientific experiment to test the effects on the dependent variable.

Confounding Variable

An external variable that affects both the variables being studied, potentially misleading the results of an experiment.

Teaching Method

The systematic way or strategy used by educators to facilitate learning among students.

Confounding Variable

A factor other than the independent variable that might produce an effect in an experimental study, potentially misleading the results.