A situational variable is called an enhancer only if it directly influences the dependent variable.

Situational Variable

External factors that can impact the outcome of a specific situation, affecting decision-making and behavior.

Enhancer

An agent or factor that increases or improves the quality, value, or extent of something.

Dependent Variable

In research, this is the variable that is tested and measured to see if it is affected by changes in another variable (independent variable).