Response & Explanatory Variables

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What is a response variable?

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The variable we expect to change in response to the explanatory variable.

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What is an explanatory variable?

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The variable that is used to explain or predict the value of the response variable.

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In an experiment, which variable is manipulated?

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The explanatory variable.

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In the relationship between hours studied and exam scores, what is the response variable?

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Exam scores.

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In the relationship between the number of seeds planted and the number of fruits grown, what is the explanatory variable?

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The number of seeds planted.

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What does it mean if a variable is independent?

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It means that the variable is not affected by other variables in the study.

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What does it mean if a variable is dependent?

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It means that the variable is affected by changes in another variable.

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What is the purpose of identifying response and explanatory variables?

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To understand the relationship between different variables in a study.

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Can a response variable also be an explanatory variable?

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Yes, in some cases, a variable can serve as both depending on the context of the study.

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What is an example of a response variable in a study about exercise and weight loss?

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Weight loss.