If one is studying intelligence as a consequence of differing child-rearing practices,then the measure of intelligence is called _____.
A)an independent variable
B)a dependent variable
C)a constant
D)none of the above

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The measure of intelligence is the variable that is dependent on the child-rearing practices being studied. It is not a constant, as it will vary depending on the child-rearing practices. It is also not an independent variable, as it is not being manipulated by the researcher. Therefore, the best choice is B, a dependent variable.

If One Is Studying Intelligence as a Consequence of Differing