Asked by mariam saakiani on Jul 22, 2024

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Which of the following independent variables would be indicative of a quasi-experiment?

A) dosage levels of a drug
B) gender of a participant
C) time given to complete a task
D) types of stimuli presented

Quasi-experiment

A type of experimental design that does not include random assignment of participants to conditions, often used in situations where controlled experiments are not feasible.

Dosage Levels

Quantitative measurements that dictate the amount of a substance (like medication) to be taken at one time.

Gender

A social construct that encompasses a range of identities, expressions, and roles associated with male, female, and non-binary categories, beyond biological sex.

  • Identify the distinctions between within-subjects and between-subjects experimental designs.
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Pirandy PierreJul 25, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Quasi-experiments involve variables that cannot be manipulated by the researcher. Gender of a participant is an example of such a variable, as it is a naturally occurring characteristic that cannot be assigned or altered by the experimenter for the purpose of the study.