The Variable That Is Hypothesized to Cause or Lead to Variation

question 12

Multiple Choice

The variable that is hypothesized to cause or lead to variation in another variable is known as the _ variable

• A)Inductive
• B)Independent
• C)Deductive
• D)Dependent

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Definitions:

Preadolescent Girls

Preadolescent girls are typically between the ages of 8-12, experiencing the phase just before entering puberty.

Mean Age

The average age of individuals in a particular group, calculated by summing their ages and dividing by the number of individuals.

Psychosocial Task

A challenge or duty that relates to an individual’s psychological development in, and interaction with, a social environment.