A variable that exerts influence on the dependent variable but is not an independent variable is a(n):
A)Extraneous variable.
B)Non-extraneous variable.
C)Complex variable.
D)Co-dependent variable.

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An extraneous variable is a variable that may affect the dependent variable but is not of interest to the researcher and is not manipulated in the study. It is important to control for extraneous variables to ensure that any changes in the dependent variable are due to the independent variable being studied. Non-extraneous variables are independent variables or variables of interest to the researcher. Complex variables and co-dependent variables are not commonly used terms in research methods.

A Variable That Exerts Influence on the Dependent Variable but Is