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VAIRR-ee-uh-bl/ˈveəriəbl/

A variable is a factor that can take different values in a study; as an adjective, likely to change: independent variable, variable weather. Vary (already in the dictionary) is the verb; a mood board is design, not a codebook.

Meaning

A factor that can take different values in a study; also (adjective) likely to change.

Examples

• “Name each variable in the methods page; a mood board is not a codebook.”
• “Vary is already in this course (verb). Factor is everyday. A board is colour. A name in a list is methods. Write the names; keep the board for the cover.”

Good to know

A changing factor (also: likely to change). Verb: vary (already in the dictionary). A mood board ≠ a codebook.

Near in meaning

factor

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