Which of the following is NOT a way to manipulate an independent variable?
A)expose the experimental group to a specific stimulus or phenomenon and not the control group
B)manipulate written materials seen by participants
C)manipulate audio and video segments seen by participants
D)manipulate by waiting for things to naturally change in an environment

Question

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Manipulating an independent variable involves actively changing or controlling the variable in an experimental setting. Waiting for things to naturally change in an environment does not constitute active manipulation by the researcher, but rather observing natural variations without intervention.

Which of the Following Is NOT a Way to Manipulate