Suppose You Are Experimenting with the Effects of Sleep Deprivation

question 108

Multiple Choice

Suppose you are experimenting with the effects of sleep deprivation on memory. In this case, sleep deprivation is a(n) :

• A) extraneous variable.
• B) dependent variable.
• C) independent variable.
• D) mediating variable.

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Definitions:

Semicircular Canals

Sense organs in the inner ear that contribute to equilibrium by responding to rotation of the head.

Equilibrium Difficulties

Challenges in maintaining physical balance, often related to issues in the inner ear or brain.

Inner Ear

The innermost part of the ear, containing the cochlea, vestibule, and semicircular canals, responsible for hearing and balance.

Five Senses

The traditional set of senses used for perception: sight, hearing, taste, smell, and touch.