A Researcher Is Investigating the Effects of Exercise on Weight

question 40

Multiple Choice

A researcher is investigating the effects of exercise on weight. What are the independent and dependent variables in this experiment?

• A) The dependent variable is weight; the independent variable is exercise.
• B) The independent variable is calories consumed; the dependent variable is diet.
• C) The independent variable is weight; the dependent variable is calories consumed.
• D) The dependent variable is amount of exercise; the independent variable is calories consumed.

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Definitions:

Framing

The way information is presented or structured, which can influence perception and decision-making.

Losses

The negative outcomes or reductions experienced in various contexts, such as finance, personal well-being, or competitions.

Gains

Increases or improvements, often referenced in contexts such as productivity, knowledge, or physical attributes.

Hindsight Bias

The inclination to see events as having been predictable after they have already occurred, often referred to as the "I-knew-it-all-along" phenomenon.