If a Researcher Is Conducting an Experiment, the Researcher Will

question 516

Multiple Choice

If a researcher is conducting an experiment, the researcher will _________.

• A)measure two or more variables without altering any of the variables
• B)observe behaviour in the setting where it naturally occurs
• C)alter the dependent variable and assess its effect on the independent variable
• D)alter the independent variable and assess its effect on the dependent variable
• E)measure two or more variables without altering any of the variables AND observe behaviour in the setting where it naturally occurs

---

Definitions:

Obesity

A medical condition characterized by the accumulation of excess body fat to the extent that it may have a negative effect on health, leading to increased risks of various diseases and health problems.

Sudden Unexpected

Events or occurrences that take place without warning and are unforeseen or unanticipated.

Infant Deaths

The demise of a baby before his or her first birthday, often caused by birth defects, preterm birth, maternal complications, or Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).

In Vitro Fertilization

A medical procedure whereby an egg is fertilized by sperm in a lab dish, after which the embryo is transferred to a uterus.