Scientists Refer to the Situation in Which There Exists a Possibility

question 28

Multiple Choice

Scientists refer to the situation in which there exists a possibility that another factor, different from the dependent and independent variables, may cause changes in both variables as __________.

• A) a correlation
• B) the third-variable problem
• C) bias
• D) confounding variable situation

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Definitions:

Ureters

Tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder.

Clean-Voided Urine

A method of collecting urine that helps in minimizing contamination from the external genitalia to ensure a sample is as sterile as possible.

Urethral Meatus

The external opening of the urethra, through which urine exits the body in both males and females.

Specimen Cup

A container used to collect and transport samples of bodily fluids or tissues for laboratory testing.