In any equation (or function) involving two variables, such as y = 2x + 1, the variable that appearson the right-hand side of the equation is by convention called

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Question:

In any equation (or function) involving two variables, such as y = 2x + 1, the variable that appearson the right-hand side of the equation is by convention called

A.

dependent variable

B.

independent variable

C.

endogenous variable

D.

explained variable

Answer» b. independent variable

Note: The above multiple-choice question is for all general and Competitive Exams in India.