Which of the following best describes a confounding variable?
A) the variable whose effect is being studied
B) a factor other than the factor being studied that might influence a study's results
C) the variable that may change when the independent variable is manipulated
D) in an experiment,the group exposed to the treatment

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A confounding variable is a factor other than the factor being studied that might influence a study's results, leading to incorrect conclusions about the relationship between the independent and dependent variables. It is also sometimes referred to as a third variable or extraneous variable. Simply put, it confounds or complicates the interpretation of results.

Which of the Following Best Describes a Confounding Variable