In the Context of Research,an Independent Variable Is Best Defined

question 41

Multiple Choice

In the context of research,an independent variable is best defined as:

• A) the variable measured in a research whose value remains fixed.
• B) the primary variable that relates the dependent variable to the experimental value.
• C) the variable that is manipulated to test its affect on the dependent variable.
• D) the value that most accurately generalizes research findings and conclusions.
• E) the value that measures the reliability of a particular procedure.

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Definitions:

Style Guides

Manuals or guidelines that outline the standards for writing and designing documents, often used to ensure consistency.

APA

The American Psychological Association, which provides guidelines for the format and style of research papers and publications.

MLA

Modern Language Association. In the context of reporting communication research, the abbreviation refers to the MLA Handbook, a style guide.

Chicago

In the context of research reporting, a term referring to The Chicago Manual of Style.