A Variable Is a Characteristic or Property of a Population

question 8

True/False

A variable is a characteristic or property of a population.

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Definitions:

Manipulated Variable

The variable in an experiment that is systematically altered by the researcher to observe its effect on a dependent variable.

IV × PV Factorial

A factorial design involving an independent variable (IV) and a participant variable (PV), typically used to examine their interactive effects on a dependent variable.

Interpersonal Distance

The physical space between individuals, which can affect communication and interaction, often categorized into intimate, personal, social, and public zones.

Personality Type

A categorization of individuals based on their characteristic patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.