A dependent variable is _____.
A) the measured variable that may change depending on manipulation of an independent variable
B) any unmeasured variable that is uncontrolled within the context of the experiment
C) the variable that is intentionally manipulated by the researcher
D) an external variable that cannot be controlled by the researcher

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A dependent variable is the variable that is being measured in an experiment and can change depending on the manipulation of an independent variable. It is the outcome variable that is affected by the independent variable. Examples of dependent variables are response time, blood pressure, or test scores.

A Dependent Variable Is _____