Practise Edexcel Psychology questions identifying independent and dependent variables, linking manipulated conditions to measured research outcomes.
Manon has decided to carry out a piece of research to test whether those who practise playing a computer game every day will achieve a higher score than those who do not practise.
State the independent variable (IV) and dependent variable (DV) for this study.
Independent variable (IV)
Dependent variable (DV)
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AO2 (2 mark)
Credit one mark for each accurate statement.
For example:
Independent variable
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\item[-] Practicing the computer game every day or not (1).
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Dependent variable
\begin{itemize}
\item[-] Score achieved on the computer game played (1)
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Look for other reasonable marking points.
Generic answers score 0 marks.
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(2)