Independent vs Dependent

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What is an independent variable?

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An independent variable is a variable that is changed or controlled in a scientific experiment to test its effects on the dependent variable.

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CCSS.HSS.ID.C.9

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What is a dependent variable?

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A dependent variable is a variable that is measured and affected in an experiment. It depends on the independent variable.

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In the equation t = s, which variable is independent?

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s (the number of students) is the independent variable.

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CCSS.6.EE.C.9

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In the equation m = b, which variable is dependent?

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b (the number of books) is the dependent variable.

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CCSS.6.EE.C.9

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What does it mean when we say one variable depends on another?

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It means that the value of one variable changes as the value of another variable changes.

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CCSS.HSF-LE.A.1B

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If the distance traveled is the independent variable, what is the dependent variable?

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The dependent variable could be time taken or fuel consumed, depending on the context.

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CCSS.6.EE.C.9

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In a study, if the cost of a package is the independent variable, what is the dependent variable?

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The dependent variable is the total cost.

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CCSS.6.EE.C.9

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How do you identify the independent variable in a problem?

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Look for the variable that is being manipulated or changed.

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How do you identify the dependent variable in a problem?

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Look for the variable that is being measured or observed.

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If a food service worker earns money based on hours worked, which is the independent variable?

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h (the number of hours worked) is the independent variable.

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CCSS.6.EE.C.9