What Is an Independent Variable

question 178

Multiple Choice

What is an independent variable?

• A) It is the measured variable that may change depending on manipulation of an independent variable.
• B) It is any unmeasured variable that is uncontrolled within the context of the experiment.
• C) It is the variable that is intentionally manipulated by the researcher.
• D) It is an external variable that cannot be controlled by the researcher.

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