Which of these statements about variables is true?

a. A variable must always be very concrete and straightforward

b. A variable must always be as abstract as possible.
c. Research is often designed to discover how variables influence each other.
d. Only two variables may be included in any particular study.


c

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What will be an ideal response?

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A. Obedience to authority serves to maintain peace in a given society. B. Obedience is used by those in power to keep the lower classes under control. C. Obedience gives meaning to the membership in society. D. Obedience provides structure and rules for everyone to live by.

Sociology