The dependent variable in the hypothesis ""Young, male African-American motorists are more likely to be searched by a police officer during a stop,"" is:

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The dependent variable in this hypothesis is the search of the motorists, as it is the outcome that is being studied in relation to the independent variable (being a young, male African-American). The other variables (age, gender, race) are independent variables that are being tested for their relationship to the likelihood of being searched.

The Dependent Variable in the Hypothesis ""Young, Male African-American Motorists