pilot study

Question 1

what is a pilot study?

Answer 1

Integral to the development of an investigation, a pilot study is used to
help plan procedures, assess validity and check techniques

Question 2

what does a pilot study allow?

Answer 2

This allows evaluation and modification of experimental design

Question 3

what does the use of a pilot study ensure?

Answer 3

The use of a pilot study can ensure an appropriate range of values for the
independent variable

Question 4

what else does a pilot study allow?

Answer 4

In addition, it allows the investigator to establish the number of repeat
measurements required to give a representative value for each independent datum point