If you are trying to predict Y scores from X scores,X is referred to as the ______.

A) nominal variable
B) independent variable
C) dependent variable
D) criterion variable

Predict Y Scores

The process of using a statistical model to estimate the values of the dependent variable based on the values of one or more independent variables.

X Scores

Often refers to the values of observations or data points in a dataset, particularly in the context of variables or scores on a test.

Independent Variable

The variable in an experiment or study that is manipulated or changed by the researcher to observe its effects on the dependent variable.