Directions: In an essay [250-500 words), address the following items: 1. Identify the independent variable for this study. 2. Describe the scale of measurement used for the independent variable. 3. Describe the scale of measurement used for the dependent variable. 4. Provide an example of a simple study using Schmidt as a model. State the purpose of the research [Schmidt's purpose was to examine the effects of humor on memory}, the research question [Schmidt's research question was: What are the effects of humor on memory?}, the independent variable, and the dependent variable for your study