Constipation Is _____.​

question 49

Multiple Choice

Constipation is _____.​

• A)​medically defined to exist when an individual does not have a bowel movement every day
• B)a disease
• C)treated by drinking plenty of fluids
• D)characterized by difficulty passing stools because they are hard and dry
• E)​relieved by cleansing the colon

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Definitions:

Operational Definition

An operational definition specifies the measurement criteria and procedure for quantifying a research variable, ensuring clarity and replicability.

Independent Variable

In an experiment, the variable that is manipulated or changed to observe its effect on a dependent variable.

Experimental Group

In research, the group of subjects who are exposed to the variable under investigation, as opposed to the control group which is not exposed.

Experimental Factor

An independent variable manipulated by the researcher in an experiment to determine its effect on an outcome.