A variable that is systematically linked with the factor a researcher believes is causing the overall effect in your research is called the _____ variable.The presence of such a variable can prevent the researcher from knowing what is really causing the effect.
A) independent
B) dependent
C) confounding
D) interfering

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A confounding variable is a factor that is not the main focus of the study but that affects the outcome of the dependent variable. It can be related to the independent variable and can make it difficult to determine the true relationship between the independent and dependent variables. Therefore, the presence of a confounding variable can prevent the researcher from knowing what is causing the overall effect.

A Variable That Is Systematically Linked with the Factor a Researcher