Any factor that is associated with the independent variable and that is not purposely introduced by the researcher is considered a ______ error
A) subject
B) random
C) testing
D) confounding

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Confounding variables are factors that are not intentionally introduced by the researcher but have an effect on the dependent variable, making it difficult to determine the true relationship between the independent and dependent variables. Random error refers to chance variability in the data, subject error occurs when participants provide inaccurate or inconsistent responses, and testing error occurs when the measures used in the study produce inconsistent results over time.

Any Factor That Is Associated with the Independent Variable and That