In ANCOVA, what happens when the covariate is not linearly related to the dependent variable?
The results of ANCOVA may be biased.
If the covariate is not linearly related to the dependent variable, ANCOVA may produce biased results. This is because one of the key assumptions of ANCOVA is that there is a linear relationship between the covariate and the dependent variable.
The term 'categorical' variables is used for the data measured on
The conditions or characteristics that appear, disappear or change in the___________ variable as the experimenter introduces, removes or changes_______ variable.
Identify the dependent variable in the following study. "Effect of computer Assisted Instruction on the learning of Tamil Grammar of IX standard students of Tamilnadu".
| LIST-I Type of Variable | LIST-II Nature |
|---|---|
| A. Dependent Variable | I. Necessary in certain situations to complete cause-effect relations |
| B. Connecting Variable | II. Assumed effect of change |
| C. Extraneous Variable | III. Not measured but may increase or decrease the magnitude of relationship between Independent and Dependent variable |
| D. Independent Variable | IV. Assumed cause of change |