The "Third Variable Problem" Refers To

question 43

Multiple Choice

The "third variable problem" refers to:

• A) The difficulty created by manipulating three variables
• B) The difficulty created when doing nonexperimental studies with three variables
• C) The possibility that an extraneous variable accounts for the relationship between two variables
• D) The possibility that three variables might cause a change in the dependent variable

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Definitions:

Wealth Distribution

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Sunset Businesses

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Clear-Cut

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Water Well Drilling

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