Multiple Choice
Two researchers hypothesize that "parents who use more frequent verbal punishment ... will report more problem behaviors in their children" (Brenner & Fox, 1998, p. 252) . In this study, the independent variable is ______.
A) parents
B) children
C) use of verbal punishment
D) number of problem behaviors reported
Correct Answer:

Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
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