Question

question 34
a(n) ______ is a variable that affects both variables of interest and may falsely give the impression of a cause - and - effect relationship
options: control variable, confounding variable, independent variable, dependent variable

Explanation:

A confounding variable is defined as a variable that influences both the independent and dependent variables (variables of interest) in a study, potentially creating a spurious association and misleading about cause - effect. A control variable is held constant to prevent its influence. An independent variable is the presumed cause, and a dependent variable is the presumed effect. So the correct term here is confounding variable.

Answer:

B. confounding variable