This function takes an object of type flex_prms and a instruction string that refers to a "vary" instruction (i.e., ab ~ cd + ds). This string is broken down and unique parameters are introduced for the condition x parameter combinations
flex_vary_prms(flex_prms_obj, formula_instr)an updated flex_prms_obj with an updated (linear) internal list
an object of type flex_prms
a string referring to "vary" (see modify_flex_prms)