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in a controlled experiment, which variable is the one being changed by the experimenter/scientist?
a dependent variable
b controlled variable
c independent variable
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Explanation:

In a controlled experiment, the independent variable is the one manipulated by the experimenter/scientist. The dependent variable changes in response to the independent variable, and controlled variables are kept constant.

Answer:

C. independent variable