An Intermediary Variable Is Not a Confounder Because

question 4

Multiple Choice

An intermediary variable is not a confounder because:

• A)It is not associated with the outcome
• B)It is not associated with the exposure
• C)It lies on the causal pathway between the exposure and the outcome
• D)None of the above

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Definitions:

Partial Schedule

A reinforcement schedule in operant conditioning where a response is only sometimes rewarded, leading to stronger behavioral responses.

Fixed Ratio Schedules

Fixed ratio schedules in behavioral psychology are a type of reinforcement schedule where a response is reinforced only after a specified number of responses have occurred.

Continuous Reinforcement

Continuous reinforcement is a learning process in which a behavior is rewarded every time it is performed, facilitating rapid learning.

Luck

The force that seems to operate for good or ill in a person's life, as in shaping circumstances, events, or opportunities.