A(n) ____Variable Is a Variable in a Study That Is

question 24

Multiple Choice

A(n) ____variable is a variable in a study that is not being directly studied.

• A) independent
• B) dependent
• C) extraneous
• D) lax

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Definitions:

Facial Deformities

Physical anomalies or irregularities affecting the structure of the face.

Muscle Contractions

The tightening and shortening of muscle fibers in response to stimulation, producing movement or tension.

Placenta

A vital structure forming inside the uterus throughout pregnancy, supplying the developing fetus with oxygen and necessary nutrients while also eliminating waste materials.

Embryonic Period

The stage of prenatal development from approximately the second to the eighth week after conception, during which major body organs and structures begin to develop.