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What is an independent variable in a research study?
What is an independent variable in a research study?
- A variable that is being tested and measured
- A variable that changes and controls the experiment (correct)
- An intervening variable used to explain causal links between other variables
- A constant variable that remains the same throughout the experiment
What is a lurking variable in a research context?
What is a lurking variable in a research context?
- An independent variable that is manipulated by the researcher
- A hypothetical variable used to explain causal links
- A subset of extraneous variables that are unforeseen factors (correct)
- A variable that remains constant throughout the experiment
How are intervening variables different from dependent variables?
How are intervening variables different from dependent variables?
- Dependent variables explain causal links, while intervening variables are being tested.
- Dependent variables control the experiment, while intervening variables change.
- Intervening variables are manipulated by the researcher, while dependent variables are not.
- Intervening variables cannot be observed, while dependent variables can be measured. (correct)
What type of variable remains the same throughout the entire experiment?
What type of variable remains the same throughout the entire experiment?
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Which type of variable represents unforeseen factors that may significantly impact the results of an experiment?
Which type of variable represents unforeseen factors that may significantly impact the results of an experiment?
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What is the main function of a dependent variable in a research study?
What is the main function of a dependent variable in a research study?
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Why are lurking variables considered problematic in research studies?
Why are lurking variables considered problematic in research studies?
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How do constant and controllable variables differ in a research context?
How do constant and controllable variables differ in a research context?
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