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Paper 1 structured question: T he features of an experiment.

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Paper 1Approaches, Issues and Debates2 marks

A researcher is examining how different types of music affect concentration levels during studying.

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Study on Music and Concentration

Participants are assigned to study with either classical music, pop music, or no music at all. Their concentration levels are assessed through a series of tasks.

Type of MusicConcentration Score
Classical90
Pop70
None80
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    Explain the dependent variable in this study.

    Aim for approximately 2 distinct marking points.

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Paper 1 structured question: T he features of an experiment.

Paper 1Approaches, Issues and Debates1 marks

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Study on Sleep and Performance

Participants are divided into three groups: one group sleeps for 4 hours, another for 6 hours, and the last for 8 hours. Their performance on a cognitive test is measured after each sleep duration.

Sleep Duration (hours)Cognitive Test Score
475
685
895
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    Define the independent variable in this study.

    Aim for approximately 1 distinct marking point.

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