For correlational studies with a predictor and outcome, the predictor variable is typically plotted on the ______.
A) y-axis
B) z-axis
C) x-axis
D) vertical

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In correlational studies, the predictor variable (also known as the independent variable) is usually plotted on the x-axis because it is the variable that is hypothesized to influence or predict changes in the outcome variable (also known as the dependent variable) that is usually plotted on the y-axis.

For Correlational Studies with a Predictor and Outcome, the Predictor