Control can help researchers make conclusions about the effects of an independent variable on a dependent variable. However, if control makes an experiment too unnatural, ____ may be compromised.

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All three options may be compromised if control makes an experiment too unnatural. Generalizability refers to the ability to apply the findings to other populations or situations, and if the experiment is too controlled it may not be representative of the larger population. External validity refers to the ability to generalize findings to the real world, and if the experiment is too controlled it may not accurately reflect real-world conditions. Relevance to the real world refers to the practical application of the findings, and if the experiment is too controlled it may not provide useful information for real-world scenarios.

Control Can Help Researchers Make Conclusions About the Effects of an Independent