In Some Studies That Use Observational Rather Than Experimental Data

question 76

Multiple Choice

In some studies that use observational rather than experimental data, investigators develop ____, which conceptually predict what they would see if a particular factor had no effect.

• A) control treatments
• B) null models
• C) experimental controls
• D) null treatments
• E) experimental models

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Definitions:

Manipulated Independent Variables

Manipulated independent variables are those that researchers intentionally change or control in an experiment to observe their effects on dependent variables.

Research

The systematic investigation into and study of materials and sources in order to establish facts and reach new conclusions.

Need For Achievement

The motive to engage in and succeed at entrepreneurial achievement behavior.