The variable used to predict another variable is called the:
A)response variable.
B)regression variable.
C)independent variable.
D)dependent variable.

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The variable used to predict another variable is the independent variable. It is independent because it is not affected by the other variable being predicted. The dependent variable is the one being predicted or measured in response to the independent variable. The regression variable refers to the predicted value of the dependent variable based on the independent variable. Therefore, option A and B are incorrect.

The Variable Used to Predict Another Variable Is Called The