Equations and Tables

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What is an independent variable?

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An independent variable is a variable that represents the input or cause in an equation or function. It is the variable that is manipulated to observe its effect on the dependent variable.

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What is a dependent variable?

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A dependent variable is a variable that represents the output or effect in an equation or function. It depends on the independent variable.

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In the equation y = 4x, which variable is independent?

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In the equation y = 4x, x is the independent variable.

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In the equation y = 4x, which variable is dependent?

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In the equation y = 4x, y is the dependent variable.

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What does the equation x ÷ y = 4 represent?

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The equation x ÷ y = 4 represents a relationship where x is four times the value of y.

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What does the inequality n ≤ 9 mean?

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The inequality n ≤ 9 means that n can be any number less than or equal to 9.

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What does the inequality n ≥ 5 mean?

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The inequality n ≥ 5 means that n can be any number greater than or equal to 5.

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What is the value of 4^3?

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The value of 4^3 is 64.

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How do you identify the independent variable in a word problem?

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To identify the independent variable in a word problem, look for the quantity that is being changed or controlled.

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How do you identify the dependent variable in a word problem?

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To identify the dependent variable in a word problem, look for the quantity that is affected by the independent variable.