The dependent variable in the study is allowed to be dissimilar from the original study.
Option a
<u>Explanation: </u>
A conceptual replication is defined as the attempt in order to convey a similar crucial structure with respect to information in the independent variables of the subject, although accompanied by a radical transformation of the procedural and dependent variables. In addition to this, specific variables for task may be changed as well.
As seen from the description, the independent variables and the processes don’t undergo changes when forming a conceptual replication. Only the dependent variables are changed in this case, in order to conceptually replicate a procedure.
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