In an experimental design, thevariable is manipulated by the researcher, with the goal of eliciting a significant response. Here, this was accomplished by pairing words and syllables according to one of three word types. Then researchers measured thevariable by asking subjects to assessfor each syllable. 1a. independent. b. dependent.2 a. dependent. b. independent.3 a. pleasantness rating. b. part of speech.