If you are trying to predict Y scores from X scores,X is referred to as the ______.
A)nominal variable
B)independent variable
C)dependent variable
D)criterion variable

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In predictive models, the variable used to predict another variable's value is called the independent variable. X is the predictor or independent variable when trying to predict Y scores from X scores.

If You Are Trying to Predict Y Scores from X