Predictor in AP Psychology

Definition

A predictor is a variable or factor that is used to estimate or forecast a future outcome. In the context of relationship success in couples therapy, predictors can be factors such as personality type, communication skills, or commitment level that are believed to influence the likelihood of a successful relationship.

Related terms

Correlation Coefficient:

A statistical measure that quantifies the strength and direction of the relationship between two variables.

Independent Variable:

The variable that is manipulated or controlled by researchers in an experiment to examine its effects on other variables.

Dependent Variable:

The variable that is measured or observed in an experiment and may be influenced by changes in the independent variable.