Tedoro designed a study to examine the influence of social media on self-esteem. In his study he gave participants a social media post (Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram) and a 1-minute video clip (positive, negative, or neutral) to watch. Each participant only receives one level of each IV. Which of the following accurately describes this design?
A) 2 × 2 hybrid design
B) 2 × 3 mixed between-subjects design
C) 3 × 3 factorial between-subjects design
D) 3 × 4 factorial within-subjects design

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Tedoro's study involves two independent variables: type of social media post (with three levels: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) and type of video clip (with three levels: positive, negative, neutral). Each participant receives one level of each variable, making it a 3 × 3 factorial between-subjects design.

Tedoro Designed a Study to Examine the Influence of Social