Collecting data (AQA GCSE Statistics): Quizzes
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What defines an uncontrolled experiment?
What defines an uncontrolled experiment?
Real-world settings with some control
What is an explanatory variable?
What is an explanatory variable?
The factor causing change
Which is a characteristic of field experiments?
Which is a characteristic of field experiments?
Some control over setup
What is a natural experiment?
What is a natural experiment?
Observation without intervention
In the arthritis study, what is the response variable?
In the arthritis study, what is the response variable?
Patient mobility levels
What is a disadvantage of uncontrolled experiments?
What is a disadvantage of uncontrolled experiments?
Difficulty controlling extraneous variables
What type of study is exemplified by observing speed limits without manipulation?
What type of study is exemplified by observing speed limits without manipulation?
Natural experiment
What is an example of an extraneous variable?
What is an example of an extraneous variable?
Amount of sleep students had
What is a key advantage of uncontrolled experiments?
What is a key advantage of uncontrolled experiments?
Realistic and applicable results
What should be identified in uncontrolled experiments?
What should be identified in uncontrolled experiments?
Type of experiment and variables