The Dependent Variable (DV) Is the Variable in a Research

question 95

Multiple Choice

The dependent variable (DV) is the variable in a research design that is:

• A) manipulated.
• B) influencing the outcome.
• C) controlled.
• D) the byproduct.

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Definitions:

Moderator Variable

A variable that affects the strength or direction of the relationship between an independent and a dependent variable in statistical analyses.

Minority Girls

Female individuals who belong to a racially, ethnically, religiously, or culturally marginalized group within a broader population.

White Boys

Refers to young male individuals identified as belonging to the white racial group, often discussed in contexts of privilege, education, and social dynamics.

Race

A social construct used to categorize humans into large and distinct populations based on physical characteristics, ancestry, historical affiliations, or social identity.