An independent, or explanatory, variable is the variable whose value should be predicted. A dependent, or response, variable is used to make a prediction of the independent variable

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The statement is incorrect. An independent variable is the variable that is being manipulated or changed in an experiment, while a dependent variable is the variable that is being measured or observed for changes. The dependent variable's value is influenced by changes in the independent variable.

An Independent, or Explanatory, Variable Is the Variable Whose Value