The Variable a Researcher Measures to See If It Is

question 205

Multiple Choice

The variable a researcher measures to see if it is affected in the experiment is called the

• A) independent variable.
• B) dependent variable.
• C) meta-analysis.
• D) correlation coefficient.

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Definitions:

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The degree to which one element can replace another in performing a particular function or achieving a specific outcome.

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A personality trait focusing on manipulativeness, deceitfulness, and a disregard for morality to achieve one's goals.

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