What Was the Dependent Variable in the Study by Ashton-James

question 114

Multiple Choice

What was the dependent variable in the study by Ashton-James and her colleagues (2009) ?

• A) the colour of pen participants selected
• B) the uncommonness of the pen participants selected
• C) participants' ethnic backgrounds
• D) participants' mood ratings

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