In psychology, as in any science, the heart of the experimental method is the direct control of the thing studied. When we say, “Let us try an experiment,” we mean, “Let us do something and see what happens.” The order is important: we do something first and then see what happens. (p. 343)
Cumulative Record. Chapter 23: Current Trends in Experimental Psychology. Quote 2
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- Post published:June 8, 2023
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