The Variable Which Defines the Condition or Characteristics That the Action

question 20

Multiple Choice

The variable which defines the condition or characteristics that the action researcher manipulates or controls is referred to as the

• A) dependent variable
• B) extraneous variable
• C) mediating variable
• D) independent variable

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Definitions:

Interest Rate

The percentage at which interest is charged or paid on a loan or investment over a specific period.

Future Value

The estimated value of an investment at a specified date in the future, given a certain rate of interest or rate of return.

Annuity Factor

A factor used to calculate the present value of an annuity, representing the number of payment periods.

Compound Interest

The interest computed on the principal and any interest earned that has not been paid or withdrawn.