Sci Method Practice

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What is the dependent variable in an experiment?

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The dependent variable is the outcome or effect that is measured in an experiment, which changes in response to the independent variable.

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What is the independent variable in an experiment?

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The independent variable is the factor that is manipulated or changed in an experiment to observe its effect on the dependent variable.

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What is an observation?

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An observation is using one of your senses to gather information about the world around you.

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Why is it important to test one variable at a time in an experiment?

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Testing one variable at a time helps to identify cause and effect relationships, making it clear what is causing any changes observed.

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What goes on the X-axis of a graph?

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The independent variable goes on the X-axis.

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What goes on the Y-axis of a graph?

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The dependent variable goes on the Y-axis.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A hypothesis is a testable prediction about the relationship between two or more variables.

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What is a control group in an experiment?

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A control group is a group that does not receive the experimental treatment and is used as a benchmark to measure how the other tested subjects do.

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What is the purpose of a scientific experiment?

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The purpose of a scientific experiment is to test a hypothesis by collecting data and analyzing the results.

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What is a variable in an experiment?

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A variable is any factor, trait, or condition that can exist in differing amounts or types.