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| The tendency to believe, after learning the outcome, that we should have foreseen |
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| Operational definition of Independent Variables |
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Specifies how to produce different levels (values) of the IV.
-Distracting vs quiet study condition |
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| Operational definition of Dependent Variables |
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Specifies exactly & with no ambiguity how the DV will be measured.
-scores on multiple choice exam |
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| Repeating the essence of a research study, usually with different participants in different situations, to see weather the basic finding extends to other participants & circumstances. |
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| Observing & recording behavior in naturally occurring situation without trying to manipulate & control the situation. |
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-Describe behavior
-Predict " "
-Explain " "
-Control " " |
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- What do you mean?
- How do you know? |
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| - Curiosity, skepticism, and humility |
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