An investigation into the effect of differing verb intensities on the estimated speed of a car crash, to investigate ‘reconstructive memory’.SL
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7
Official IB Result
IB Grade: 7
Criteria A: Introduction
6/6
0
3
6
Criteria StrandsPro
A.1Investigation aim and relevance
Excellent
A.2Theory/model description and connection
Excellent
A.3Hypothesis and variables
Excellent
Criteria Feedback
- The student states a clear aim and explains why the topic matters in a real-world context.
- The student describes the relevant theory accurately and connects it directly to the predicted effect.
- The student's hypotheses identify the independent and dependent variables clearly and operationally.
- The wording could be tightened in a few places to make the purpose even easier to follow.
- The student's units need to stay fully consistent throughout the report.
- A slightly more direct link to the original study would improve clarity further.
Criteria B: Exploration
4/4
0
2
4
Criteria StrandsPro
B.1Research design
Excellent
B.2Sampling and participants
Excellent
B.3Variables and materials
Excellent
Criteria Feedback
- The student explains why the independent-samples design suits the study and how it helps reduce order effects.
- The student describes the sampling method and participant characteristics with enough detail to understand the group used.
- The student identifies and justifies several important controls and materials, including the video stimulus and filler questions.
- The sampling explanation is a little unclear in places and would benefit from more precision.
- Some claims about reducing bias are overstated and need to be justified more carefully.
- The procedural description and sourcing of materials could be more specific for easier replication.
Criteria C: Analysis
5/6
0
3
6
Criteria StrandsPro
C.1Statistical analysis
Good
C.2Graphical presentation
Excellent
C.3Findings interpretation
Excellent
Criteria Feedback
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Criteria D: Evaluation
4/6
0
3
6
Criteria StrandsPro
D.1Findings discussion
Excellent
D.2Strengths and limitations
Good
D.3Modifications
Excellent
Criteria Feedback
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