The Text Discussed Research to Establish If There Was a Causal

question 492

Multiple Choice

The text discussed research to establish if there was a causal relationship between cell phone use while driving, traffic density and increased risk of vehicular collision. Which of the following accurately describes the independent and dependent variables in this research?

• A)Traffic density is the independent variable, and cell phone use and risk of vehicular collision are the dependent variables.
• B)Cell phone use and risk of vehicular collision are the independent variables, and traffic density is the dependent variable.
• C)Cell phone use and traffic density are the independent variables, and risk of vehicular collision is the dependent variable.
• D)Risk of vehicular collision is the independent variable, and cell phone use and traffic density are the dependent variables.

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Definitions:

Digestive Organ

An organ involved in the breakdown of food into nutrients, which the body then uses for energy, growth, and cell repair, including organs such as the stomach, liver, and intestines.

Haustra

Saccular dilations or pouches in the colon that are formed by the gathering of the longitudinal muscles of the colon.

Cementum

A specialized bone-like substance covering the root of a tooth, anchoring it to the jawbone via the periodontal ligament.

Accessory Organ

An organ that supports the function of major organs and systems, such as the pancreas in digestion.