In the hypothesis, "People feel more depressed in the winter," ____ is the independent variable and ____ is the dependent variable.

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The independent variable is the factor being manipulated or controlled in the hypothesis, which in this case is season of the year (winter versus other seasons). The dependent variable is the outcome being measured or observed, which is depression (whether individuals feel more or less depressed in the winter). Therefore, the correct answer is A.

In the Hypothesis, "People Feel More Depressed in the Winter