Independent, Dependent, and Controlled Variables
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10th - 11th Grade
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an independent variable?
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The independent variable is the factor that is changed or manipulated in an experiment to observe its effect on the dependent variable.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a dependent variable?
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The dependent variable is the factor that is measured or observed in an experiment, which is affected by changes in the independent variable.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are controlled variables?
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Controlled variables are the factors that are kept constant throughout an experiment to ensure that any changes in the dependent variable are due to the independent variable.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Why is it important to control variables in an experiment?
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Controlling variables is important to ensure that the results of the experiment are valid and that the effect of the independent variable can be accurately determined.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How many independent variables should be tested in a controlled experiment?
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Only one independent variable should be tested at a time in a controlled experiment.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the relationship between independent and dependent variables?
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The independent variable is manipulated to observe its effect on the dependent variable, which is measured.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Give an example of an independent variable in an experiment.
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In an experiment to test the effect of sunlight on plant growth, the amount of sunlight each plant receives is the independent variable.
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