A Study Examines the Relationship Between Educational Preparation and Scores

Multiple Choice

A study examines the relationship between educational preparation and scores on a cultural competency exam. Subjects included are nurses with an associate's degree, nurses with a baccalaureate degree, nurses with a master's degree, and nurses with a doctoral degree. In this example, educational level is the:

A) Independent variable
B) Dependent variable
C) Outcome
D) Most significant variable