Experiments

• What does it mean for an experiment to be generalisable?

  Findings apply to others outside the sample
• What does it mean for an experiment to be replicable?

  The experiment can be reliably repeated
• Why is reliability important in experiments?

  It ensures consistent results when repeated
• What is the goal of an experiment regarding causal relationships?

  To uncover factors that cause certain behaviors
• What are the key characteristics of a good experiment?

  • Generalisable: findings apply to others
  • Replicable: can be reliably repeated
  • Reliable: consistent results upon repetition
  • Uncovers causal relationships: identifies factors causing behaviors