A variable other than the independent variable that is found to vary systematically among the conditions is known as
A) an extraneous variable.
B) a confounding variable.
C) a baseline variable.
D) a manipulation variable.

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A confounding variable is one that varies systematically with the independent variable and can potentially provide an alternative explanation for the observed effect, making it difficult to determine the true cause of any differences found.

A Variable Other Than the Independent Variable That Is Found