A research assistant wanted to see whether or not poverty predicted crime rates. In this example, what term represents crime rates?

A. independent variable
B. dependent variable
C. constant
D. predictor variable


Answer: B

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A. time served B. illness C. age D. criminal history

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a. true b. false

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