A research experiment is a scientific investigation that involves manipulating an independent variable to observe its effect on a dependent variable, while controlling for other variables. It aims to establish cause-and-effect relationships between variables.
Related terms
Control Group: A control group is the group in an experiment that does not receive the experimental treatment or manipulation. It serves as a baseline for comparison with the experimental group.
Independent Variable: The independent variable is the factor that is manipulated or changed by the researcher in an experiment.
Dependent Variable: The dependent variable is the outcome or response that is measured in an experiment and is expected to be influenced by changes in the independent variable.