Replicate in AP Psychology

Definition

In psychology, to replicate means to repeat a research study, often with different participants and in different situations, to see if the basic findings can be observed again.

Related terms

Experimental Replication: This involves repeating an experiment using the same methods but different subjects and experimenters. It helps confirm the original findings.

Direct Replication: This is when researchers replicate an exact study using the same procedures, materials, and methods as in the original study.

Conceptual Replication: This involves replicating a study's concept or theory using different methods or procedures.