An educational psychologist seeks to determine how the duration of studying is related to standardized test scores. She realizes that IQ is a possible third variable that could cause both studying and test score. As such, she studies only students who have approximately the same IQ. What technique is the psychologist using to attempt to control for this third variable?

A) matched samples
B) matched pairs
C) matched supervisors
D) double-blind observation


A) matched samples

Psychology

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Psychology

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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