The Variable That a Researcher Measures in an Experiment to See

question 150

Multiple Choice

The variable that a researcher measures in an experiment to see if it has changed after a treatment is called the:

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

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Definitions:

Confirmation Bias

The habit of selecting, interpreting, favoring, and retaining information that reinforces one's already established beliefs or theories.

Prejudiced Belief

A preconceived opinion or judgment that is not based on reason or actual experience, often directed towards a group or individual.

Self-Regulate

The ability to manage and adjust one's emotions, behaviors, and desires in accordance with one's long-term goals.

Conscious Processes

Mental activities of which an individual is aware, involving thought, perception, and decision-making.