A variable (C) that affects the strength of a relationship between two other variables (A and
A) mediator; moderator
B) extraneous variable; causal variable
C) independent variable; dependent variable
D) moderator; mediator

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A mediator is a variable that explains the relationship between two other variables, while a moderator is a variable that affects the strength of that relationship. Therefore, the correct answer is D, which includes both a mediator and a moderator. The other options (A, B, and C) include variables that are not specifically related to the concept of mediation or moderation.

A Variable (C) That Affects the Strength of a Relationship