The Term Variable May Best Be Defined as a

question 36

Multiple Choice

The term variable may best be defined as a

• A) property of an event that can assume any of a range of values
• B) label assigned to an observation
• C) single number that allows one to summarize, analyze, or evaluate a group of observations
• D) numerical value assigned to an observation

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Definitions:

Central Nervous System

Comprises the brain and spinal cord, responsible for processing and sending messages throughout the body.

Peripheral Nervous System

The part of the nervous system that consists of the nerves and ganglia outside of the brain and spinal cord, responsible for connecting the CNS to limbs and organs.

Stressor

An event that creates a sense of threat by confronting a person with a demand or opportunity for change of some kind.

Stress Response

The body's way of reacting to a challenge or threat, involving a combination of biological changes and psychological responses.