The independent variable in a research study is the variable that is:
a. manipulatedor controlled.
b. derivedfrom the dependent variable.
c. held constant.
d. affected by the dependent variable.
a
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a. more acculturated than the persons on whom the test was normed b. less acculturated than the persons on whom the test was normed c. less than 15 years old d. over 40 years old
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