Which of the Following Best Describes a Confounding Variable

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes a confounding variable?

• A)A variable that affects the outcome being measured as well as, or instead of, the independent variable.
• B)A variable that is manipulated by the experimenter.
• C)A variable that has been measured using an unreliable scale.
• D)A variable that is made up only of categories.

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Definitions:

EMV Decision

A decision-making rule that selects the option with the highest expected monetary value, considering all possible outcomes.

Gross Profits

The difference between revenue and the cost of goods sold (COGS), indicating how much a company earns after subtracting the costs associated with making and selling its products or services.

Payoff Table

A table that shows the potential outcomes and corresponding payoffs for each decision under different states or scenarios.

Environmentally Safe Material

Substances or materials that do not cause harm to the environment, including humans, wildlife, and plants.