The Purpose of an Experiment Is to Find Out Whether

question 151

Multiple Choice

The purpose of an experiment is to find out whether _____.

• A) an independent variable affects the dependent variable
• B) a positive correlation can be established
• C) the dependent variable can be manipulated
• D) the hypothesis is flawed or influenced by researcher bias

---

Definitions:

Discretionary Stakeholders

Stakeholders who have a potential interest or investment in a project or business but their involvement is not critical.

Public Policies

Guidelines and principles adopted by governmental bodies to address societal issues.

Family Forms

The various structures and configurations that a family can take, including nuclear families, single-parent families, blended families, and extended families.

Interracial Couples

Partnerships or marriages consisting of individuals from different racial backgrounds.