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The independent variable is also called the __________ or the treatment variable.
intervention
Experimental control involves controlling the independent variable and _______ _______.
extraneous variables
Experimental control is established when changes in the ______ _________ produce reliable
changes in the dependent variable.
independent variable
, Holding ______ ______ constant helps to establish experiment control.
extraneous variables
Variable that is systematically manipulated by the researcher.
independent
External validity is the degree to which a study's findings ________ to other subjects, settings,
and/or behaviors.
generality
The therapist keeps the same lights on during each condition to keep this ______ ______
constant.
extraneous variable
A confounding variable is a threat to ______ ________.
internal validity
An uncontrolled factor known or suspected to exert influence on the dependent variable.
confounding variable