Exhibit 12-3 Suppose a researcher measured the test scores of college students who were taught chemistry in the presence of one type of music (country,rock,or classical)in one of three different colored classrooms (red,green,or blue).
Refer to Exhibit 12-3.If a factorial design were used,what are the two independent variables?
A) music and classroom color
B) music and grade level
C) test scores and music
D) classroom color and test scores

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The independent variables are the factors being manipulated in the study, and in this case they are the type of music played and the color of the classroom. Test scores are the dependent variable being measured. Grade level is not mentioned as a factor in the study.

Exhibit 12-3 Suppose a Researcher Measured the Test Scores of College