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aim
The purpose of a study – identifies what will be studied.
hypothesis
A testable prediction.
procedure:
The step-by-step process used to carry out the study
Findings
The statement of how the researcher has interpreted that
collected date
ecological validity
A study is representative of what happens in real life.
empiricial
The idea that the knowledge gained is based on
observation
reliability
Resultscan be replicated; generally applies to experimental studies
placebo
simulated medical intervention that can produce a
(perceived or actual) improvement
prove
Not used in research about human performance
dependent variable
the variable that is measured and observed
independent variable
the variable that is changed in an ecperiment
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Psych: Research Terms
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Research terms
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2010-12-16T03:46:11Z
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