An independent variable that makes a unique contribution to the prediction of a dependent variable is a(n) _____ variable.
A) orthogonal
B) latent
C) manifest
D) unique

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Orthogonal variables are independent variables that contribute uniquely to the prediction of a dependent variable, meaning they do not share variance with other independent variables in the model.

An Independent Variable That Makes a Unique Contribution to the Prediction