Researchers Control Factors That Might Influence a Dependent Variable by Means

question 10

Multiple Choice

Researchers control factors that might influence a dependent variable by means of

• A) random assignment.
• B) replication.
• C) naturalistic observation.
• D) operational definitions.

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Definitions:

Investment

The action or process of allocating resources, usually money, with the expectation of generating an income or profit.

Real GDP

The measure of the value of economic output adjusted for price changes (inflation or deflation), reflecting the real quantity of goods and services produced.

Recession

A notable decrease in economic performance affecting the entire economy, persisting for an extended period beyond several months, is usually observed in metrics such as real GDP, real income, employment, industrial production, and wholesale-retail sales.

Unemployment Insurance

A government program that provides financial assistance to eligible workers who lose their job through no fault of their own.