Types of Variables

Measurable attribute

What is a variable in research?

Two

Dichotomous variable has how many values?

Religion

Example of a discrete variable?

Predictor

Independent variable is also called?

Criterion

Dependent variable is also called?

Moderating

Variable that changes relationship strength?

Control

Variables that ensure unbiased results?

Extraneous

Uncontrolled variable affecting outcomes?

Confounding

Variable that distorts relationships?

Intervening

Variable explaining mechanism?

Temperature

Example of a continuous variable?

Independent

Variable manipulated by researcher?

Dependent

Variable measured in research?

Discrete

Variable with specific possible values?

Dichotomous

Variable reflecting presence or absence?

Predictor

Variable that predicts outcome?

Criterion

Outcome being predicted?

Moderating

Variable affecting relationship direction?

Control

Variables ensuring no bias?

Intervening

Variable explaining process?