How Do Sociological Researchers Define the Term Dependent Variable

question 33

Multiple Choice

How do sociological researchers define the term dependent variable?

• A) A dependent variable is the aspect of the hypothesis that researchers expect will have a positive correlation to other variables under study.
• B) A dependent variable is the aspect of the hypothesis that researchers expect to fluctuate in relation to other variables under study.
• C) A dependent variable is a variable that is artificially created by researchers to simulate real-life situations.
• D) A dependent variable is a variable that does not exist in real life.

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A Retirement Savings Plan officially recognized for both working individuals and self-employed people in Canada, designed for saving and investing towards retirement.

Annual Contributions

Regular amounts added to an investment, savings account, or retirement fund once every year.

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RRSP

Registered Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-deferred account aimed at helping Canadians save for retirement.