A Researcher Is Investigating the Effects of Exercise on Weight

question 40

Multiple Choice

A researcher is investigating the effects of exercise on weight. What are the independent and dependent variables in this experiment?

• A) The dependent variable is weight; the independent variable is exercise.
• B) The independent variable is calories consumed; the dependent variable is diet.
• C) The independent variable is weight; the dependent variable is calories consumed.
• D) The dependent variable is amount of exercise; the independent variable is calories consumed.