Which Is the Key Criterion for Selecting a Dependent Variable

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which is the key criterion for selecting a dependent variable?

• A) sensitivity of the variable to changes in the independent variable
• B) measurement capabilities in the experiment
• C) relationship of the dependent variable to the independent variable
• D) preference of the researcher

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