The Level of the Independent Variable in Which the Situation

question 30

Multiple Choice

The level of the independent variable in which the situation of interest was created is frequently known as which of the following?

• A) The control condition
• B) The experimental condition
• C) The randomized condition
• D) The research hypothesis condition

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Definitions:

Control Groups

Control groups are used in experiments as a baseline to compare against the treatment group to determine the effect of a variable being tested.

Placebo Group

A control group in a study that receives a sham treatment, allowing researchers to compare the effects of the real treatment on another group.

Treatment

Treatment encompasses the methods and applications used to manage or cure disease, relieve symptoms, or address psychological issues.

Experiment

A scientific procedure undertaken to make a discovery, test a hypothesis, or demonstrate a known fact through controlled investigation.