In experimental research, the variable that is the cause of change (the independent variable) must precede that which is changed (the dependent variable). This condition is called ________.
A) reliability
B) rapport
C) random selection
D) temporal priority

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Temporal priority refers to the idea that the independent variable must come before the dependent variable in time in order to establish causality. Reliability refers to the consistency of results, rapport refers to the relationship between researcher and participant, and random selection refers to the process of choosing participants for a study.

In Experimental Research, the Variable That Is the Cause of Change