Question

question 10 of 10
which of the following describes a dependent variable?
a. the factor in an experiment that is not allowed to change
b. the factor in an experiment that responds to the manipulated variable
c. the factor in an experiment that is not exposed to the control group
d. the factor in an experiment that is deliberately changed

Explanation:

A dependent variable changes in response to the independent (manipulated) variable. Option A describes a constant. Option C is not a standard variable description. Option D is the independent variable. Only option B correctly defines the dependent variable.

Answer:

B. The factor in an experiment that responds to the manipulated variable