Consider the Graph Below

question 3

Multiple Choice

Consider the graph below. This is the graph of the results of an experimental learning condition as the independent variable and IQ as the covariate. What does the graph indicate?

• A) Although the independent variable has had an effect on the dependent variable, the covariate is the more likely explanation of effect.
• B) The learning condition has altered IQ.
• C) IQ has altered the learning condition.
• D) Not enough information.

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