The Introduction of an Additional Variable into a Bivariate Relationship

question 39

Multiple Choice

The introduction of an additional variable into a bivariate relationship to control for its effects is referred to as

• A)spuriousness.
• B)elaboration.
• C)independence.
• D)causality.

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Definitions:

Mean Age

The average age of individuals in a particular group, calculated by summing their ages and dividing by the number of individuals.

Psychosocial Task

A challenge or duty that relates to an individual’s psychological development in, and interaction with, a social environment.

Identity

The qualities, beliefs, personality, appearance, and culture that make a person or group who they are.

Erikson

A psychologist known for his theory on the psychosocial development of human beings.