Imagine We Wanted to Investigate the Effects of Three Different

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Multiple Choice

Imagine we wanted to investigate the effects of three different conflict styles (avoiding, compromising and competing) on relationship satisfaction, but we discover that relationship satisfaction is known to be affected by self-esteem. Which of the following variables would be the covariate in this study?

• A)Relationship satisfaction
• B)Conflict style
• C)Compromising conflict style
• D)Self-esteem

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Definitions:

Significant Effects

Impacts or changes that are considerable in size, importance, or consequence in a specific context or situation.

Individual Capacity

Acting on one’s own behalf, involving personal rights or responsibilities, rather than on behalf of a group or a corporate entity.

Liability

The state of being legally responsible for something, typically a debt or obligation.

Note

A financial instrument recognizing a debt or obligation, typically with the promise to repay the principal along with potential interest.