A factor, other than the factor being studied, that is present to different extents in the two groups and could influence the dependent variable is:
A) a grouping variable
B) an extraneous variable
C) a co-dependent variable
D) a confounding variable

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A confounding variable is a variable that is not the primary independent variable being studied, but could have an effect on the dependent variable. This variable could be present in different amounts in the two groups being compared, which could lead to incorrect conclusions about the relationship between the independent and dependent variables.

A Factor, Other Than the Factor Being Studied, That Is