An independent category refers to a variable or factor that is not influenced by any other variables in the study. It stands alone and does not depend on any other factors.
Think of an independent category as a superhero who doesn't need anyone else's help to save the day. They have their own powers and can make decisions without relying on others.
Dependent Category: A dependent category is the opposite of an independent category. It relies on other variables and changes based on those factors.
Control Variable: A control variable is a factor that is held constant in an experiment to ensure that it does not influence the results.
Categorical Variable: A categorical variable represents characteristics or qualities that can be divided into different categories or groups.
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