Question

In a study observing the effects of a new drug on lowering cholesterol, the independent variable would be the level of cholesteral observed and the dependent variable would include whether a person was receiving the drug or not.

Answer 1

Answer:

Yes, the above statement is true.

Explanation:

In a scientific experiment, a dependent variable can be described as the variable which is being tested or observed. An independent variable can a be described as the variable which is experimented and whose changes will change the dependent variable. In the experiment mentioned in the question as the drug is being tested hence, it is the dependent variable. Levels of cholesterol are the independent variable.