The Variable That Represents a Causal Factor in an Explanation

question 28

Multiple Choice

The variable that represents a causal factor in an explanation is the ______.

• A) antecedent variable
• B) dependent variable
• C) independent variable
• D) intervening variable

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Definitions:

Labor Hours

The total hours of work provided by employees or workers within a specific timeframe.

Marginal Rate

The rate of change of a variable as another variable changes, typically used in the context of taxes, substitution, or transformation rates.

Technical Substitution

The process of replacing one technique or technology with another that is more efficient or cost-effective.

Marginal Products

The additional output produced as a result of adding one more unit of a specific input, while holding other inputs constant.