A research team is examining the effects of stress on emotion regulation. They are particular interested in adolescents in high school, as puberty is a time that where emotions can vacillate quickly.
What is the dependent variable of this study?
A) stress
B) stress and emotion regulation
C) emotion regulation
D) there is no dependent variable

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The dependent variable in this study is the emotion regulation of the adolescents, as it is the outcome being measured in relation to their exposure to stress. The independent variable is stress.

A Research Team Is Examining the Effects of Stress on Emotion