Dr. Smith has individuals cycle on stationary bikes for 0, 10, 20, or 30 minutes, after which he measures their self-reported mood. In this hypothetical study, the dependent variable is the __________.
A) self-reported mood
B) individuals who do not ride on the stationary bike
C) number of minutes individuals ride the bike
D) riding of bikes

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The dependent variable in this hypothetical study is the self-reported mood, as it is the variable that is being measured and is expected to be affected by the independent variable (the duration of time spent cycling on the stationary bike). The other variables mentioned (not riding on the bike, number of minutes spent on the bike, and riding of bikes) are either irrelevant or are independent variables.

Dr Smith Has Individuals Cycle on Stationary Bikes for 0