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Experimental Approach in AP Psychology

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Verified for the 2027 exam•Fiveable Content Team

Definition

An experimental approach is a research method used to investigate cause-and-effect relationships by manipulating one or more variables and observing the effects on another variable. It involves controlling and manipulating variables to determine their impact on the outcome of interest.

This definition is part of Fiveable's AP Psychology review, which also has guided practice questions.

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