When Should a Nurse Researcher Include an Extraneous Variable as Part

question 6

Multiple Choice

When should a nurse researcher include an extraneous variable as part of a study's design?

• A) When it is nonmodifiable, such as age or gender
• B) When it is an important consideration for the outcome
• C) When the researcher is limited by time and monetary influences
• D) When it would not make a difference in the overall study outcome

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