It Is Usually Impossible to Eliminate the Effects of Extraneous

question 48

Multiple Choice

It is usually impossible to eliminate the effects of extraneous variables. However, it may be possible to eliminate

• A) the effects of the independent variable.
• B) differential effects of extraneous variables.
• C) the effects of the dependent variable.
• D) differential effects of intrinsic variables.

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Definitions:

Subconscious

The part of the mind that is not currently in focal awareness but influences thoughts and behaviors.

Defense Mechanism

Psychological strategies unconsciously used to protect oneself from anxiety and internal conflict.

Displacement

in psychological terms, is transferring feelings or actions from the original object of those emotions to another target.

Projection

Attributing one’s own thoughts, feelings, or motives to another person.