Which of the following refers to items that may affect the dependent measures but are not of primary interest in an experiment?
A) nuisance variables
B) random variables
C) uniform variables
D) control variables

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Nuisance variables are any variables that can potentially affect the dependent measures in an experiment but are not the primary focus of the experiment. These variables are often controlled for or accounted for in the research design. Random variables refer to variables that are not systematically manipulated in an experiment but may still affect the outcome. Uniform variables and control variables are not standard terms in experimental design.

Which of the Following Refers to Items That May Affect