With regard to research design, all of the following statements are true EXCEPT that
a. dependent variables are generally measured by the researcher.
b. dependent variables are hypothesized to have an impact on independent variables.
c. independent variables are generally manipulated by the researcher.
d. independent variables are hypothesized to have an impact on dependent variables.
Answer: b. dependent variables are hypothesized to have an impact on independent variables.
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