What Does It Mean for a Sociologist to Control for a Variable

question 119

Multiple Choice

What does it mean for a sociologist to control for a variable?

• A) Research participants are divided into two groups.
• B) Change over time is measured by a dependent variable.
• C) One group is allowed to understand the nature of the experiment, while the other group is kept in the dark.
• D) All factors except the independent variable are taken into account.

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Definitions:

Situational Attributions

The process of explaining someone's behavior based on external factors or the situation.

Western Countries

Refers to nations primarily located in the Western Hemisphere, often associated with economies that are relatively developed and democratic political systems.

Fundamental Attribution Error

The tendency, in explaining other people’s behavior, to overestimate personality factors and underestimate the influence of the situation.

Dispositional Influences

Refers to personality traits that influence behavior and actions in individuals.