Researchers determine whether the association between an independent variable and delinquency is caused by a third variable by:

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Controlling for a third variable involves statistically adjusting for the effects of this variable to isolate the relationship between the independent and dependent variables, helping to determine if the observed association is indeed causal or if it is influenced by the third variable.

Researchers Determine Whether the Association Between an Independent Variable and Delinquency