A researcher can demonstrate a strong association between gender and income. Which variable is independent?
A) Gender
B) Both
C) Income
D) Neither

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Gender is the independent variable because it is the variable being studied to see its impact on income. Income, on the other hand, is the dependent variable because it is affected by the variable being studied (gender).

A Researcher Can Demonstrate a Strong Association Between Gender and Income