An independent variable is the outcome variable which researchers hypothesise will be affected by the dependent variable.

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The statement is incorrect. The independent variable is the variable that is being manipulated by the researcher and hypothesized to affect the dependent variable. The dependent variable is the outcome variable that is being measured and is expected to be influenced by the independent variable.

An Independent Variable Is the Outcome Variable Which Researchers Hypothesise