One mile north of the junction with U.S. 165 (Monroe Highway) on U.S. 167 southbound. U.S. 165 sees a Business Loop for the cities of Pineville and Alexandria along Military Highway, Main Street, and Murray Street. Photo taken 10/18/03.
What is MANIPULATED VARIABLE? An independent variable one can alter to get a particular effect. For example, for a period of time to see how one's weight changes in response, one can lower one's calories intake, as calories is the manipulated variable, to learn if one's weight depends on the amount of calories one consumes. Evaluating Life Insurance Policies and Provisions.
A manipulation check is an attempt to directly measure whether the independent variable manipulation has the intended effect on the participants. Manipulation checks provide evidence for the construct validity of the manipulation.