Which phrase best describes the dependent variable in an experiment?

This question lacks options, the options are:

A) The variable that is measured

B) The variable that is most common

C) The variable that you can see

D) The variable that is manipulated

The answer is A

Explanation:

Dependent variable in an experiment is the variable that responds to the changes or alterations made to the independent variable. It is the variable that is measured and recorded in an experiment.

For example, in an experiment conducted to test the effect of different fuels on the speed of an automobile. The speed of the automotive using different fuels (independent variable) is measured in kilometer per hour. Hence, the speed is the dependent variable.