Which of the Following Statements About Independent and Dependent Variables

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about independent and dependent variables is true?

• A) All research problem statements must contain a dependent variable and an independent variable.
• B) There should only be one dependent variable associated with a single independent variable.
• C) The relationship between the independent variable and the dependent variable for any study must be causal.
• D) A given characteristic or situation may be a dependent variable in one study and an independent variable in another.

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Definitions:

Hemorrhage

Abnormal discharge of blood either internally or externally from venous, arterial, or capillary vessels.

Uncontrolled Bleeding

Severe bleeding that is not able to be stopped or controlled, posing a critical risk to health.

Syncope

Fainting; a transient form of unconsciousness.

Fainting

A temporary loss of consciousness and posture, typically due to a decrease in blood flow to the brain, known medically as syncope.