AP PSYCHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -An extraneous variable is any variable that you’re not investigating that can potentially affect the dependent variable of your research study. A confounding variable is a type of extraneous variable that not only affects the dependent variable, but is also related to the independent variable.

Detailed explanation-2: -What is a confounding variable? A confounding variable, also called a confounder or confounding factor, is a third variable in a study examining a potential cause-and-effect relationship. A confounding variable is related to both the supposed cause and the supposed effect of the study.

Detailed explanation-3: -In simple words, People wearing lab coats (independent variables) and having scientific skills (dependent variable) are both confounding variables. While scientific skills (dependent variable) and having interest in science is an extraneous variable.