A Theory States That Increasing a Person's Formal Education Results

question 23

Multiple Choice

A theory states that increasing a person's formal education results in increased earnings over a lifetime. In this theory, "higher education" is the:

• A) independent variable.
• B) dependent variable.
• C) correlation.
• D) effect.

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Definitions:

Pathological Sign

An indication or evidence of a disease, disorder, or significant psychological problem.

Aloneness

A state of being alone or isolated from others, which can vary in its emotional impact on an individual, from being a positive, introspective experience to a source of loneliness and discomfort.

Defining Characteristic

A feature or quality that distinctly identifies and distinguishes an individual, concept, or phenomenon.

Finiteness

The state or quality of having limitations or bounds; recognizing the limits of one's life, resources, or abilities.