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10 Cards in this Set
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Random Sample
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A sample that fairly represents a population because each member has an equal chance of inclusion
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Naturalistic Observation
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Observing and recording behavior in naturally occurring situations without trying to manipulate and control the situation
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Correlation
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A measure of the extent to which two factors vary together, and thus of how well either factor predicts the other.
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Scatterplot
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A graphed cluster of dots
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Illusory Correlation
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The perception of a relationship where none exists
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Experiment
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A research method in which an investigator manipulates one or more factors to observe the effect on some behavior or mental process
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Double-Blind Procedure
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An experimental procedure in which both the research participants and the research staff are ignorant about whether the research participants have received the treatment or a placebo.
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Placebo Effect
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Experimental results caused by expectations alone
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Experimental Condition
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The condition of an experiment that exposes participants to the treatment, that is, of the independent variable
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Control Condition
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The condition of an experiment that contrasts with the experimental condition and serves as a comparison for evaluating the effect of the treatment
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