What Is a Confound and Why Is It a Problem

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Essay

What is a confound and why is it a problem for researchers?

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Definitions:

Sound Wave Frequency

The number of sound waves that pass a fixed point in a unit of time, typically measured in Hertz (Hz).

Hertz (Hz)

The unit of frequency in the International System of Units (SI), representing one cycle per second.

Spiral Organ

Also known as the organ of Corti, it is located in the cochlea of the inner ear and is essential for hearing.

Loudness

The perceptual characteristic of sound that corresponds to the magnitude of the sound pressure wave and is mainly determined by the amplitude of the sound wave.