The outcome variable that is influenced by the manipulation of another variable(s) is called the _____ variable.
A) causal
B) independent
C) descriptive
D) dependent
E) simulated

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The dependent variable is the outcome that is dependent on the manipulation of another variable(s). The independent variable is the variable that is manipulated or controlled to determine its effects on the dependent variable. Descriptive variables are used to provide information about the characteristics of a population or sample, but do not involve manipulation or influence of other variables. Causal variables are related to the cause-effect relationship between variables, but this term is not commonly used in research. Simulated variables are not typically used in research design.

The Outcome Variable That Is Influenced by the Manipulation of Another