Variable, Types of

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-029526",
  "term": "Variable, Types of",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "A functional relationship between two variables is expressed by a mathematical formula: Y=f(X). Y denotes the dependent or response variable and X denotes the independent, explanatory, or predictor variable. When the X variable is the assumed or actual cause of the response, it is referred to as the causal variable.",
  "subject": "Information management and systems",
  "references": [
    "CADDIS Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/variable-types-of/"
}