In an Experiment, the Different Levels of the Independent Variable

question 25

Multiple Choice

In an experiment, the different levels of the independent variable are referred to as which of the following?

• A) conditions
• B) factors
• C) means
• D) variables

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Definitions:

Hunger

A physical sensation caused by the body's need for nutrients, leading to the desire to eat.

Drive Reduction

A theory in psychology suggesting that behavior is motivated by the desire to reduce internal drives, such as hunger or thirst, to return to a state of homeostasis.

Homeostatic

Pertaining to homeostasis, which is the self-regulating process by which biological systems tend to maintain stability while adjusting to conditions that are optimal for survival.

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain that plays a crucial role in many essential functions, including regulating temperature, hunger, and thirst.