A Variable That Interacts with Another Variable to Change Its

question 32

Multiple Choice

A variable that interacts with another variable to change its effect is called a(n) ________.

• A) criterion variable
• B) moderator variable
• C) confounding variable
• D) independent variable

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Definitions:

Carbon Isotopes

Variants of the carbon atom with different numbers of neutrons, useful in studying environmental changes and understanding past climate conditions.

Extinct Whales

Whales that have no living descendants, often studied through fossils to understand the evolution and biodiversity of cetaceans.

Freshwater

Water that contains minimal concentrations of dissolved salts, typically found in rivers, lakes, and streams.

Saltwater

Water that contains a significant concentration of dissolved salts, typically found in the ocean.