In an Experiment, the Variable That Is Expected to Change

question 54

Multiple Choice

In an experiment, the variable that is expected to change as a result of some manipulation is termed the

• A) dependent variable.
• B) independent variable.
• C) control variable.
• D) experimental variable.

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