Dependent Variable

Definition

The dependent variable is what changes when the independent variable changes - it's what you're interested in measuring as a result of your experiment.

Related terms

Outcome Variable: Another name for dependent variable; it refers to what is being measured in an experiment.

Baseline Measure: This refers to data collected before experimental manipulation begins. It provides a comparison point for assessing changes due to experimental manipulation.

Operational Definition:

A clear, concise detailed definition of a measure. It allows others understand exactly how and what a researcher measures in a particular experiment.