Tom Is Studying How Changes in Income Affect the Frequency

question 47

Multiple Choice

Tom is studying how changes in income affect the frequency of eating out. In this example, "changes in income" is the ________________ variable and "frequency of eating out" is the _________________ variable.

• A) spurious, control
• B) control, spurious
• C) independent, dependent
• D) dependent, independent

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Definitions:

Engine Speed

The rate at which an engine's crankshaft is turning, typically measured in revolutions per minute (RPM).

Shift Solenoid

A shift solenoid is an electrically operated solenoid that either allows or blocks the flow of transmission fluid.

Valve Body

A critical component in an automatic transmission that controls the flow of hydraulic fluid, which in turn controls gear shifting and operation.

Differential Fluid

The lubricant used in a vehicle's differential to cool and reduce friction among the gears within.