The dependent variable in a research study is the variable that
A) is expected to influence or change the variable being studied.
B) is the empirical result of the study.
C) is expected to be changed or influenced in the study.
D) forms the most important component of the hypothesis.

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The dependent variable is the variable that is expected to be changed or influenced in the study. It is the variable that is measured or observed in response to the independent variable or intervention being studied.

The Dependent Variable in a Research Study Is the Variable