Independent and dependent variables.
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According to the text, what is the relationship between the independent variable (IV) and the dependent variable (DV)?

  • The DV depends on the IV (correct)
  • The IV depends on the DV
  • The DV and IV are independent of each other
  • The DV and IV have no relationship

    • Which one of the following best describes the role of the independent variable (IV) in an analysis?

  • The IV is the variable being explained
  • The IV is the variable that is independent of everything else
  • The IV is the variable used to do the explaining (correct)
  • The IV is the variable that depends on the dependent variable

    • Which one of the following best describes the role of the dependent variable (DV) in an analysis?

  • The DV is the variable that is independent of everything else
  • The DV is the variable being explained (correct)
  • The DV is the variable that depends on the independent variable
  • The DV is the variable used to do the explaining

    • What are the classical names for the roles of the independent variable (IV) and the dependent variable (DV)?

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    Study Notes

    Variables in Analysis

    • The independent variable (IV) is the variable that is intentionally changed by the researcher to observe its effect on the dependent variable.
    • The dependent variable (DV) is the variable being measured or observed in response to the changes made to the independent variable.

    Roles of Variables

    • The independent variable (IV) is the cause or predictor, as it is intentionally changed to observe its effect.
    • The dependent variable (DV) is the effect or outcome, as its value changes in response to the independent variable.

    Classical Names

    • The independent variable (IV) is also known as the stimulus or predictor variable.
    • The dependent variable (DV) is also known as the response or outcome variable.

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    Test your knowledge on variables and their roles in research analysis with this quiz. Learn about the "thing doing the explaining" and "thing being explained" in relation to variables.

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