List and Define the Four Types of Discrimination Discussed in Chapter

question 31

Essay

List and define the four types of discrimination discussed in Chapter 1 of your textbook.

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Definitions:

Extraneous Variable

Any variable in a scientific experiment that is not the independent or dependent variable but may affect the results of the experiment if not properly controlled.

Random Assignment

A method used in experiments where participants are allocated to different groups purely by chance, minimizing pre-existing differences between those groups.

Experimental Groups

In research, groups of participants that are exposed to the independent variable or treatment of interest, to assess its effect on various outcomes.

Equal Probability

A statistical condition where all outcomes have the same chance or likelihood of occurring.