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These is glossary of research key terms. This glossary is intended as an aid to
professionals and non-professionals who find the world of research
somewhat intimidating. While it is impossible to cover all the terms
that can be confusing, this document briefly defines some of the more
common terms and concepts. | |
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| Variable | 1. An attribute or characteristics of a person or an object that takes on different values (i.e. that varies) within the population under investigation (e.g. age, weight, pulse rate). 2. a condition that changes, a property of interest, the basis on which values or attributes are assigned to members of the population e.g., sex, height, weight, income. 3. trait or characteristic that may change from case to case. |
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