Cause and Effect

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What is the definition of a cause?

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A cause is the reason something happens.

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What is the definition of an effect?

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An effect is the result or outcome of a cause.

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In the statement 'Erin's car had a flat tire, so she called a tow truck', what is the cause?

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Erin's car had a flat tire.

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In the statement 'My brother added lots of sugar to his drink. What is the effect?', what is the effect?

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It was too sweet to drink.

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What happens when an alarm clock does not go off?

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The person may be late for work.

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In the scenario where Johnny Wiggins fell down a well, what was the effect of him falling?

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He was trapped for three hours.

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What is an example of a cause and effect relationship?

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If it rains (cause), the ground gets wet (effect).

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How can understanding cause and effect help in problem-solving?

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It helps identify the reasons behind events and predict outcomes.

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What is a real-life example of cause and effect?

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If you study hard (cause), you will likely pass the exam (effect).

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What is the relationship between cause and effect in scientific experiments?

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In experiments, the cause is the variable that is changed, and the effect is the outcome measured.