A Scientist Wishing to Store a Significant Amount of Data

question 223

Multiple Choice

A scientist wishing to store a significant amount of data on trial runs of a new drug would utilize which of the following software?

• A) word processor
• B) spreadsheet
• C) database management
• D) presentation

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Definitions:

Independent Variable

In an experiment, the variable that is manipulated or changed by the researcher to observe its effect on the dependent variable.

Dependent Variable

A variable in an experiment that is expected to change as a result of manipulations of the independent variable.

Extraneous Variable

Any variable in a scientific experiment that is not the independent or dependent variable but may affect the results of the experiment if not properly controlled.

Random Assignment

A method used in experiments where participants are allocated to different groups purely by chance, minimizing pre-existing differences between those groups.