Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

experimental group

noun

/ɪkˈspɛrɪmɛntl ɡruːp/

Definition

A group of subjects that are exposed to a variable or treatment in an experiment in order to assess its effect.

Examples

The researchers divided the participants into an experimental group and a control group.
In the drug trial, the experimental group received the new medication, while the control group received a placebo.
They monitored the experimental group closely to determine the effects of the treatment.

Meaning

The experimental group is used in scientific studies to see how a specific change or intervention affects the results compared to a control group that does not receive the treatment.