In Explaining Students' Test Scores,which of the Following Independent Variables

question 52

Multiple Choice

In explaining students' test scores,which of the following independent variables would not best be represented by a dummy variable?

• A) Gender
• B) Race
• C) Number of hours studying for the test
• D) Marital status

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Definitions:

Reactivity of Neurons

The responsiveness of neurons to various stimuli, reflecting the dynamic nature of neural activity in processing information.

Myelin Sheath

A fatty covering that surrounds nerve fibers, which speeds up the transmission of electrical signals along neurons.

Dendrite

A branched extension of a neuron that receives electrical signals from other neurons, contributing to neural connectivity.

Nerve Impulse

An electrical signal that travels along a neuron, conveying information from one part of the body to another.