First, we discuss the main groups of variables: categorical variables and continuous variables. Second, we explain what dependent and independent variables are. This will provide you with one of the foundations required to tackle a dissertation based on a quantitative research design.
verb (used with object), bethought, bethinking. 1. to think; consider (used reflexively): He bethought himself a moment. 2. to remind (oneself): to bethink oneself of family obligations. 3. to remember; recall (used reflexively): She lives in the past now, bethinking herself of happier days.
2. to pledge; stake; risk: to pawn one's life. ân. 1. the state of being deposited or held as security, esp. with or by a pawnbroker: jewels in pawn. 2. something given or deposited as security, as for money borrowed. 3. a person serving as security; hostage. 4. the act of pawning. pawn Pronunciation: (pÃ´n), [key] ân. 1.