Describe the difference between independent and dependent variables.

What will be an ideal response?


Correct Answer:
The experimenter directly manipulates the IV. DVs are measures of responding that are expected to be influenced by the IV.

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Kareem, an educational researcher, is analyzing the data of high school teachers of his neighborhood. He learns that self-motivation was usually low in teachers who received low salaries. He also learns that self-motivation was high in teachers who received high salaries. Which of the conclusions can Kareem most likely reach from these findings?

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