Experiments Are More Valuable Than Other Research Methods Because

question 153

Multiple Choice

Experiments are more valuable than other research methods because:

• A) there is a control group to compare with the experimental group.
• B) they allow a determination of cause-and-effect relationships.
• C) they are conducted in labs where the researcher is able to control all the variables.
• D) they use both independent and dependent variables.

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Definitions:

Decision Avoidance

The phenomenon where an individual or group deliberately chooses not to make a decision, often to avoid responsibility or negative outcomes.

Certainty Effect

The tendency for people to overweight outcomes that are certain relative to outcomes that are merely probable.

Entity Theorists

Individuals who believe traits and abilities are fixed and unchangeable.

Incremental Theorists

People who believe that abilities and intelligence can grow and change through effort and experience.