An Experiment Must Include Both a Dependent and an Independent

question 22

True/False

An experiment must include both a dependent and an independent variable.

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Definitions:

Statistical Regression

A statistical process used to determine the relationship between a dependent variable and one or more independent variables, often to predict outcomes or understand trends.

Illusory Correlation

The belief in a correlation between two factors even though such a connection does not truly exist.

Magical Thinking

The belief that one's thoughts, words, or actions can directly influence the physical world or the course of events in an irrational way.

First Instinct Fallacy

The mistaken belief that an individual's initial answer to a question is more likely to be correct than any answer they might change it to upon further consideration.