How a Researcher Describes the Procedure That Will Be Followed

question 24

Multiple Choice

How a researcher describes the procedure that will be followed to measure a variable is __________.

• A) the operational definition
• B) the theory
• C) the hypothesis
• D) only a guess

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Definitions:

Bipolar Disorder

A mental health condition marked by extreme mood swings from high (mania or hypomania) to low (depression).

Epilepsy

A neurological disorder marked by sudden recurrent episodes of sensory disturbance, loss of consciousness, or convulsions, associated with abnormal electrical activity in the brain.

Atypical Antipsychotics

A class of medication used to treat psychiatric conditions, known for having a lower risk of certain side effects compared to earlier antipsychotic drugs.

Classic Antipsychotics

A group of older antipsychotic drugs primarily used to treat symptoms of psychosis, such as in schizophrenia, by blocking dopamine receptors.