When a Subject Variable Is Used as an Independent Variable

question 40

Multiple Choice

When a subject variable is used as an independent variable and differences occur between groups on the dependent measure, what can be concluded?

• A)the independent variable caused the differences to occur, assuming there are no confounds
• B)the two groups performed differently
• C)in this case, the subject variable must be a dependent variable, not an independent variable
• D)because a subject variable is being used, nothing at all can be concluded

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Definitions:

Beginning Inventory

The cost of commodities available for trading at the commencement of an accounting interval.

Ending Inventory

The value of goods available for sale at the end of an accounting period, calculated by adding purchases to beginning inventory and subtracting the cost of goods sold.

Inventory Turnover

A ratio showing how many times a company's inventory is sold and replaced over a period.

Net Sales

Total sales revenue minus returns, allowances for damaged or missing goods, and discounts.