A variable that affects the results of the study but is not a variable of interest in the study, is called a(n) ______ variable.
A) independent
B) dependent
C) subject
D) confound

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A confound variable is a variable that can affect the results of the study but is not the variable of interest. It is important to identify and control for confound variables in order to accurately interpret the results of a study. Independent variables are variables that are manipulated in the study and dependent variables are the variables that are measured to assess the effect of the independent variables. Subjects are the individuals or entities that participate in the study.

A Variable That Affects the Results of the Study but Is