What is a true experiment?
A) a research design where the researcher manipulates all of the dependent variables
B) a research design where the researcher manipulates all of the independent variables
C) a research design where the researcher treats variables as if they are independent variables even though the variables cannot be manipulated
D) a research design where the researcher treats variables as if they are dependent variables even though the variables cannot be manipulated

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In a true experiment, the researcher manipulates one or more independent variables to determine their effect on one or more dependent variables, while controlling for extraneous variables. This manipulation and control allow for the establishment of cause-and-effect relationships.

What Is a True Experiment