Generally, Which Type of Variable Is Most Difficult to Capture

question 4

Multiple Choice

Generally, which type of variable is most difficult to capture with a quantitative measure?

• A) Psychosocial variables
• B) Physiologic variables
• C) Extraneous variables
• D) Independent variables

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Definitions:

Triglycerides

A type of fat (lipid) found in your blood, used by the body for energy but high levels can increase the risk of heart disease.

Glycerol

A simple polyol compound that serves as a building block for lipids and can be converted into glucose by the liver.

Fatty Acids

Long chains of hydrocarbon molecules that are components of fats and oils, important in diet and metabolism.

Disaccharide

Condensation product of two monosaccharides by the elimination of water.