An Independent Variable Is the Term Used to

question 29

Multiple Choice

An independent variable is the term used to

• A)describe the variable that a researcher manipulates.
• B)describe the variable a researcher measures.
• C)describe the variable that is not accounted for.
• D)describe a variable that cannot be quantitative.

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Definitions:

Terman

Lewis Terman, an American psychologist best known for his work in intelligence testing and the study of giftedness.

Gifted Kids

Children who exhibit a high level of capability in intellectual, creative, artistic, or leadership areas in comparison to their peers.

Several Decades

A period of many years, often used to describe a long time frame in history or a person’s life.

Grey Matter

Brain tissue that contains most of the brain's neuronal cell bodies and is involved in muscle control, sensory perception, and decision making.