Any factor in a research study that makes the results uninterpretable is called a(n) .
A) independent variable
B) confound
C) dependent variable
D) confluence

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A confound is any factor that is not controlled for in a research study that could potentially influence the results, thus making them uninterpretable. The other options are not correct - the independent variable is the variable that is being manipulated by the researcher, the dependent variable is the outcome variable being measured, and "confluence" is not a commonly used term in research methodology.

Any Factor in a Research Study That Makes the Results