Independent Variables Are Frequently Referred to As

question 73

Multiple Choice

Independent variables are frequently referred to as:

• A)predictors.
• B)criteria.
• C)confounds.
• D)outcomes.

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Definitions:

Negative State Relief Hypothesis

A theory suggesting that individuals help others in order to alleviate their own negative moods and feelings.

Empathy Gap

The difficulty in understanding or predicting the feelings and needs of others, especially when under emotional strain or in different states.

Empathy Underestimation

The phenomenon where individuals underestimate the capacity to understand and share the feelings of another person.

Moral Standards

A set of principles that govern what is considered right and wrong behavior.