The Variable Manipulated by the Researcher in an Experimental Study

question 61

Multiple Choice

The variable manipulated by the researcher in an experimental study is the

• A)control variable.
• B)independent variable.
• C)placebo.
• D)dependent variable.

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Definitions:

Involved Fractures

Fractures where the bone is broken in multiple places or is associated with other injuries or complications.

Cervical

Pertain to the neck or the cervix, the lower, narrow part of the uterus.

Lumbar Vertebrae

The five vertebrae located in the lower back part of the spinal column, identified as L1 through L5, supporting much of the body's weight and allowing for movement.

Spinal Column

The vertebral column or backbone, consisting of a series of vertebrae that protect the spinal cord and provide structural support to the body.