Conducting Experiments

Definition

The process of designing and carrying out a study to gather data and test hypotheses in order to answer specific research questions.

Related terms

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

Independent Variable: The variable that is manipulated or changed by the researcher in an experiment.

Dependent Variable: The variable that is measured or observed by the researcher to determine if it changes as a result of manipulating the independent variable.