A Confounding Variable Is a Variable That Influences the ____

question 62

Multiple Choice

A confounding variable is a variable that influences the ____.

• A) dependent variable and varies systematically with the independent variable.
• B) independent variable and varies systematically with the dependent variable.
• C) dependent variable and varies randomly with the independent variable.
• D) independent variable and varies randomly with the dependent variable.

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Definitions:

Sensitive Period

A time in an organism’s development when a particular experience has an especially profound effect.

Plasticity

The ability of the brain to change and adapt as a result of experience, learning, or injury.

Development

A process of growth, progression, or evolution in any aspect, such as biological, psychological, or socio-economic areas.

Biology

The scientific study of living organisms and their interactions with each other and their environments.