A Variable That Induces a Change in Another Variable Is

question 27

Multiple Choice

A variable that induces a change in another variable is a(n) :

• A) dependent variable.
• B) independent variable.
• C) codependent variable.
• D) constant variable.

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Definitions:

Main Effect

The direct impact of an independent variable on a dependent variable in an experiment.

Factorial Research

A type of experimental design where two or more factors (independent variables) are simultaneously varied to observe their effect on a dependent variable.

Independent Variables

Variables in a study that are manipulated or categorized to investigate their effect on dependent variables.

Dependent Variable

The outcome variable that researchers study, measuring its changes as affected by other variables.