Read the Following Purpose Statement: "The Purpose of This Study

question 23

Multiple Choice

Read the following purpose statement: "The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of a generous weekly allowance and twice-weekly text messages from parents on number of days absent from class, in freshman college students." What kind of variable is number of days absent from class?

• A)Demographic variable
• B)Independent variable
• C)Extraneous variable
• D)Dependent variable

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Definitions:

Humanity

The collective qualities, characteristics, and conditions that define human beings, including compassion, social bonds, and ethical values.

Bystander Apathy Paradigm

A social psychological theory that explains why individuals do not offer help in an emergency situation when other people are present.

Prejudice

A preconceived opinion or judgment about someone or something that is not based on reason or actual experience.

Emergency Situation

A sudden and unexpected event that requires immediate action to prevent serious harm or disaster.