What Exactly Is an Interaction/moderation Effect

question 4

Multiple Choice

What exactly is an interaction/moderation effect?

• A) When a third variable (X₁) and an independent variable (X₂) affect the dependent variable (Y) simultaneously
• B) When a third variable (X₁) reduces the effect of an independent variable (X₂) on the dependent variable (Y)
• C) When a third variable (X₁) affects the relation between an independent variable (X₂) and the dependent variable (Y)
• D) When a third variable (X₁) affects an independent variable (X₂) but not the dependent variable (Y)

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