Independent and Dependent Quantities

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What is an independent quantity?

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An independent quantity is a variable that represents the input or cause in a relationship, often controlled or changed by the experimenter.

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CCSS.6.EE.C.9

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What is a dependent quantity?

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A dependent quantity is a variable that represents the output or effect in a relationship, which depends on the independent quantity.

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CCSS.6.EE.C.9

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In the context of renting a car, what is the independent quantity?

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The number of days they rent the car.

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CCSS.HSF-LE.A.1B

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In the context of renting a car, what is the dependent quantity?

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The total amount of money they have to pay.

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CCSS.6.EE.C.9

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What is a variable in mathematics?

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A variable is a symbol, often a letter, that represents a number in mathematical expressions or equations.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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How does the independent quantity affect the dependent quantity?

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The independent quantity is manipulated or changed, which in turn affects the value of the dependent quantity.

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CCSS.6.EE.C.9

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If Terrence types 80 words per minute, what is the relationship between time and the number of words typed?

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The number of words typed is dependent on the time he spends typing.

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CCSS.HSF-LE.A.1B

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What is an example of an independent quantity in a fundraiser?

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The number of boxes of fruit sold.

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CCSS.HSF-LE.A.1B

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What is an example of a dependent quantity in a fundraiser?

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The total amount of money earned from selling the boxes of fruit.

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CCSS.6.EE.C.9

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If Wanda earns $2 for each box sold, how do you calculate her total earnings?

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Multiply the number of boxes sold by $2.

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CCSS.3.OA.A.3