A researcher interested in examining whether a memory training program can improve the memory skills of elderly individuals tested his program by dividing a group of elders into two groups

The group that received the memory training was the ______ group. Memory skills
at the end of the training are referred to as the ______ variable.
Fill in the blank with correct word


experimental; dependent

Psychology

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A. Long-term B. Output C. Proactive D. Retroactive

Psychology