Which of the Following Variables Causes Only the Outcome Variable

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following variables causes only the outcome variable, but not the predictor variable?

• A) A common-causal variable
• B) An extraneous variable
• C) A mediating variable
• D) A third variable

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Definitions:

Fair Die

An idealized die where each face has an equal probability of landing up, implying fairness and randomness in the outcome.

Expected Proportion

The predicted likelihood of an event occurring in a specific category or group.

Dependent

In statistics, referring to a variable that is assumed to depend on or be caused by another (independent) variable.

Come-Out Roll

The initial roll of the dice in a round of craps that determines the point or results in a win or loss for bets on the "Pass" and "Don't Pass" lines.