A Variable That Is Irrelevant to the Hypothesis Being Tested

question 120

Multiple Choice

A variable that is irrelevant to the hypothesis being tested and can alter a researcher's conclusions is called a(n) ____.

• A)confounding variable
• B)independent variable
• C)dependent variable
• D)third variable

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Definitions:

Inflammation

A natural bodily response to injury or infection, characterized by redness, heat, swelling, and sometimes pain or immobility.

Connective Tissues

Connective tissues are types of body tissues that support, bind together, or separate other tissues and organs in the body.

Staphylococcal

Pertaining to staphylococcus, a genus of gram-positive bacteria responsible for a variety of diseases and infections due to their toxin production.

Streptococcal

Referring to bacteria of the genus Streptococcus, which can cause various infections, ranging from mild sore throats to life-threatening diseases.