The Text Discussed Research to Establish If There Was a Causal

question 62

Multiple Choice

The text discussed research to establish if there was a causal relationship between cell phone use while driving, traffic density and increased risk of vehicular collision. Which of the following accurately describes the independent and dependent variables in this research?

• A) Traffic density is the independent variable, and cell phone use and risk of vehicular collision are the dependent variables.
• B) Risk of vehicular collision is the independent variable, and cell phone use and traffic density are the dependent variables.
• C) Cell phone use and risk of vehicular collision are the independent variables, and traffic density is the dependent variable.
• D) Cell phone use and traffic density are the independent variables, and risk of vehicular collision is the dependent variable.

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