An)______ Variable Specifies How a Causal Relationship Between Two Variables

question 37

Multiple Choice

An) ______ variable specifies how a causal relationship between two variables is different depending on a particular situation or circumstance. For example, if a researcher finds that a new experimental drug is effective in alleviating depression in young adult but not older adults.

• A) mediating
• B) moderating
• C) extraneous
• D) independent

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Definitions:

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