Does working extra hours in the office get you more recognition? The 2 variables 1. Number of hours 2. Level of recognition Which is the dependent variable?

Question

a.
Number of hours.

b.
Level of recognition.

c.
Both.

d.
None of the above

Answer 1

In the context of your question, the dependent variable is the one that is affected by the independent variable. Here, the number of hours worked is the independent variable, and the level of recognition is what you are trying to measure the effect on.

Therefore, the correct answer is:

b. Level of recognition.