If the Relationship Between X and Y Is Causal, Then

question 43

Multiple Choice

If the relationship between X and Y is causal, then X would be considered the ______ variable.

• A)explanatory
• B)predictor
• C)demographic
• D)theoretical

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Definitions:

Cognitive Processes

Mental activities involved in acquiring, storing, and using knowledge, such as perception, memory, and reasoning.

Behavioral Responses

The actions or reactions of an individual in response to external or internal stimuli.

Variable-Interval Schedule

A reinforcement schedule in which the first response is rewarded only after a variable amount of time has elapsed.

Superstitious Behavior

Actions that are repeated because they are believed, without evidence, to influence future outcomes, often seen as a response to uncertainty or lack of control.