You are doing a study to determine whether vaping nicotine prior to taking a psychology test affects performance on that test. What is the independent variable in your study?

A. the psychology test
B. the participants in your study
C. vaping nicotine
D. It depends on where the study is conducted.


Answer: C

Psychology

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