The Assumed Cause Is

question 19

Multiple Choice

The assumed cause is:

• A) The dependent variable.
• B) The independent variable.
• C) The intervening variable.
• D) The dichotomous variable.

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Definitions:

Volunteer Bias

A bias in research outcomes that occurs due to differences between those who choose to participate in studies and those who do not.

Correlational Method

A research method used to establish the degree of relationship (correlation) between two characteristics, events, or behaviors.

Alcohol Consumption

The act of drinking beverages containing ethanol, which can range from moderate intake to heavy or problematic drinking.

Correlation Coefficient

A statistical measure that describes the extent to which two variables change together.