Which Is an Aspect of the Experimental Approach

question 186

Multiple Choice

Which is an aspect of the experimental approach?

• A) the use of confounding variables
• B) observation of people over a period of time
• C) a detailed interpretive description of a subject
• D) the manipulation of a variable by the researcher

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Definitions:

Esterification

A chemical reaction that forms an ester through the reaction of a carboxylic acid and an alcohol.

Hydrolysis

A chemical reaction where water breaks down another compound, often resulting in the formation of two or more new compounds.

Spermaceti

A waxy substance found in the head cavity of the sperm whale, historically used in candles and ointments.

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