Lesson 2: Variables And Types Of Variables

Question 1

is a characteristic of objects, people, or events that can take of different values. It can vary in quantity or in quality. Variables can be classified in different ways.

Answer 1

Variables

Question 2

A variable that is conceptualized and analyzed as distinct categories with no continuum implied. It is also known as a

For example, eye color, gender, occupation, and religious preferences.

Answer 2

Qualitative Variable - Categorical Variable

Question 3

A variable that is conceptualized and analyzed along a continuum implied. It is also known as a

For example, height, weight, and math aptitude

Answer 3

Quantitative Variable - Numerical Variable

Question 4

What are the 2 Random Variables?

Answer 4

Qualitative Variable - Categorical Variable
Quantitative Variable - Numerical Variable

Question 5

What are the 2 Experimental Classifications?

Answer 5

Independent Variable - Explanatory Variable
Dependent Variable - Outcome Variable

Question 6

are variables controlled by the experimenter or researcher and expected to influence the behavior of the subjects. It is also known as an

Answer 6

Independent Variable - Explanatory Variable

Question 7

is some measure of the behavior of subjects and expected to be influenced by the independent variable. It is also known as

Answer 7

Dependent Variable - Outcome Variable

Question 8

What are the 3 Integration to Research

Answer 8

1. Correlational Studies
2. Predictor Studies
3. Criterion Studies

Question 9

where linear regression analyses are used, variables are usually identified as predictor and criterion variables

Answer 9

Correlational Studies

Question 10

is the same as the independent variable

Answer 10

Predictor Studies

Question 11

is the same as the dependent variable.

Answer 11

Criterion Studies

Question 12

What are the 2 Mathematical Classifications?

Answer 12

1. Continuous Variable
2. Discrete Variable

Question 13

is a variable which can assume any of an infinite number of values and can be associated with points on a continuous line interval.

For example, height, weight, and volume.

Answer 13

Continuous Variable

Question 14

is a variable which consists of either a finite number of values or countable number of values.

For example, the number of books, the number of genders, and the number of Olympic games.

Answer 14

Discrete Variable