Practice Flashcards: GED and HiSET science — evidence and conclusions | Zestly

Question 1

Independent variable

Accepted Answer

The variable that is intentionally changed or manipulated by the investigator.

Question 2

Dependent variable

Accepted Answer

The variable that is measured or observed in response to changes in the independent variable.

Question 3

Control group

Accepted Answer

A group in an experiment that does not receive the treatment, used as a baseline for comparison.

Question 4

Correlation vs. causation

Question 5

Sample size

Question 6

Controlled variables

Question 7

Reliability of measurement

Question 8

Generalization

Question 9

Third variable

Question 10

Placebo effect

Question 11

Experimental bias

Question 12

Scientific conclusion