If your analysis notes that participants in a weight loss program differ in amount of weight lost based on the type of weight program used, what type of effect is this called?
A) Interaction effect
B) Factor effect
C) Level effect
D) Main effect

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A main effect refers to the direct impact of an independent variable on a dependent variable. In this context, the type of weight loss program (independent variable) directly influences the amount of weight lost (dependent variable), which is described as a main effect.

If Your Analysis Notes That Participants in a Weight Loss