independent and dependent variables

Front

The one factor that a scientist changes during an experiment.

Back

Independent Variable

Front

The variable that is measured. Options:

Controlled Variable

,

Dependent Variable

,

Independent Variable

Back

Dependent Variable

Front

The factors that stay the same or are constant throughout the experiment.

Back

Controlled Variable

Front

In a controlled experiment, how many independent variables can be tested at a time?

Back

one

Front

Why is it important to have only one independent variable and to control the other variables when performing science experiments?

Back

So you can tell which factor is causing the change in the experiment.

Front

Changes in the _________ variable causes changes in the _________ variable.

Back

independent; dependent

Front

What is the independent variable in the study of how drinking milk affects Monica's growth?

Back

drinking milk

Front

Does the flavor of ice cream effect how fast the ice cream melts?

(Identify the highlighted variable)

Back

independent

Front

Does the type of shoe worn during a 30 meter dash affect the speed of the runner? (Identify the highlighted variable)

Back

dependent

Front

How does increasing the slope of a ramp affect how far a marble travels? (Identify the highlighted variable)

Back

independent