The Dependent Variable in an Experiment Is The

question 194

Multiple Choice

The dependent variable in an experiment is the:

• A) factor that is directly manipulated by the investigator.
• B) behavior that may be influenced by the experimental treatment.
• C) factor whose effect is being studied.
• D) manipulation that causes the behavior being studied to change.

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