Yes, that is correct. In a controlled experiment, a control group is used as a basis of comparison for one or more experimental groups. The control group is typically treated identically to the experimental group(s) with the exception of the independent variable being studied. The independent variable is the factor that is being manipulated in the experiment, and the dependent variable is the outcome being measured.
By comparing the results of the control group with those of the experimental group(s), researchers can determine whether any observed effects are due to the independent variable or simply due to chance or other factors. This helps to ensure that any observed effects are not simply a result of random variation or other external factors.
Controlled experiments are widely used in scientific research, particularly in fields such as medicine, psychology, and biology, where researchers need to determine the effects of specific interventions or treatments on various outcomes.