Which Variable Does an Experimenter Manipulate When Conducting Experimental Research

question 153

Multiple Choice

Which variable does an experimenter manipulate when conducting experimental research?

• A) control variable
• B) confounding variable
• C) independent variable
• D) dependent variable

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Definitions:

Support Group

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