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1. if differences in the dependent variable between levels of the independent variable are statistically significant, it means that the differences are so great they’re likely due to ______.

• confounding variables
• experimental manipulation
• central tendencies
• chance

Explanation:

In experimental research, a statistically significant difference in the dependent variable across independent variable levels implies the difference is likely from the experimental manipulation (the independent variable's change), not chance, confounding, or central tendencies.

Answer:

B. experimental manipulation