In an experiment, children watched an adult display physical violence toward a clown doll in a room full of other toys. In some cases the aggressive adult was scolded for the behaviour, and in other cases the aggressive adult was praised. Each child is then left in the room of toys, and the researchers watch to see if the child copies any of the aggressive behaviour. What is the independent variable?

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The independent variable is the variable that is being manipulated, in this case whether the model was praised or punished. The researchers want to see if this manipulation affects the child's behavior. Therefore, C is the correct answer. A, B, and D are not the independent variables as they are not being directly manipulated.

In an Experiment, Children Watched an Adult Display Physical Violence