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1
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What is a pilot study?

A

Small-scale trial run of the actual investigation

2
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Why is a pilot study conducted?

A

To check procedures, materials, measuring scale etc.

Make modifications if necessary

3
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When can a pilot study be use?

A

In any experiment, observation, interview or questionnaire

4
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What is double blind?

A

Neither the researcher or the participant knows which condition they are in

5
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What is single blind?

A

Participant doesn’t know the aims of the study but research does

6
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What is reduced due to single blind?

A

Demand characteristics

7
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What is a control group?

A
  • Setting up a comparison

- Help establish causation