A variable that must be controlled because it may get in the way of the link between the independent and dependent variable is called a:
A)Random variable
B)Extraneous variable
C)Dependent variable
D)Manipulable variable
E)Confusing variable

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Extraneous variables are those that may affect the relationship between the independent and dependent variables, thus they need to be controlled to ensure the validity of an experiment's results.

A Variable That Must Be Controlled Because It May Get