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2.2.8 - Situational and participant variables

Syllabus
2026
Objective
2.2.8
Level
AS

- Situational and participant variables

2.2.8 Situational and participant variables.

Use - situational and participant variables to connect the rule to the data and decision in the question.

This matters because - situational and participant variables determines what can be inferred or chosen; begin with the stated conditions and keep the conclusion tied to the evidence.

Example: apply - situational and participant variables to one small, clearly defined case, show the key step or comparison, and explain the result in words.

Boundary: - Situational and participant variables is not a universal recommendation. Check the syllabus scope, assumptions, units and the limits of the evidence before generalising.

ConceptA-Level Edexcel Psychology AS