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CLEP Intro to Sociology

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What is the dependent variable in a study comparing test scores to the number of hours per day that children spend doing homework?
  1. Test scores
  2. Test scores from previous students
  3. Amount of homework
  4. Number of hours spent on homework
  5. Grade level
Explanation
Answer: A - In a study that compares test scores to the number of hours spent on homework, test scores are the dependent variable. The dependent variable is affected by the independent variable, which is the number of hours spent on homework. The hypothesis for this study might be that students who spend more time on homework have higher test scores.
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