Dr Nielsen Asked One Half of His Class to Study

question 64

Short Answer

Dr. Nielsen asked one half of his class to study for 30 minutes a night before their weekly test and the other half to study just the night before. She then compared the groups' scores on tests to see which study method was better. In this experiment, study style was the ________ variable and test scores were the ________ variable.

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Definitions:

Similarities

The state of being alike or sharing common features.

Mental Processes

The internal operations of the mind, including thinking, remembering, feeling, and decision-making.

Formation of Personality

The development of an individual’s distinctive character and qualities based on a combination of innate tendencies and environmental influences.

Specific Events

Distinct occurrences or happenings that can be identified in time and space, often analyzed in the context of their impact on individuals and societies.