A variable that is irrelevant to the hypothesis being tested and can alter a researcher's conclusions is called a(n)____.
A)confounding variable
B)independent variable
C)dependent variable
D)third variable

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A confounding variable is one that is not being manipulated or measured in the study, but can still have an effect on the outcome. It can lead to incorrect conclusions by making it difficult to determine whether the result was due to the independent variable being tested or the confounding variable.

A Variable That Is Irrelevant to the Hypothesis Being Tested