The Independent Variable in an Experiment Refers to the Variable

question 21

Multiple Choice

The independent variable in an experiment refers to the variable that is:

• A) held constant.
• B) a feature of a situation that changes of their own accord or can be manipulated.
• C) out of control.
• D) the same for all participants.

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Definitions:

Custodial Parent

The parent granted primary physical and/or legal guardianship of a child by a court order.

Stepfather

Stepfather is a man who is married to one's parent after the divorce or separation of one's biological parents, or the death of one's biological father, and who may serve as a parental figure.

Stepparent

An individual who is married to a person who has one or more children from a previous relationship, but is not their biological parent.

Stepfamily Cycle

The progression and evolving dynamics within a stepfamily, from initial formation through integration and stabilization, involving adjustment to new roles and relationships.