Direct Pathways

Definition

Direct pathways refer to a direct cause-and-effect relationship between two variables, where one variable directly influences the other without any intermediate factors.

Related terms

Independent Variable:

The independent variable is the factor that is deliberately manipulated or controlled by the researcher in an experiment.

Dependent Variable:

The dependent variable is the factor that is measured or observed in response to changes in the independent variable.

Control Group:

The control group is a group of participants who are not exposed to any experimental treatment or intervention, serving as a baseline for comparison with the experimental group.