Independent Dependent Graphs

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What is the independent variable on a graph?

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The independent variable is the variable that is manipulated or changed in an experiment, typically plotted on the x-axis.

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What is the dependent variable on a graph?

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The dependent variable is the variable that is measured or observed in response to changes in the independent variable, typically plotted on the y-axis.

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Which axis shows the independent variable?

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The x-axis (horizontal axis) shows the independent variable.

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Which axis shows the dependent variable?

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The y-axis (vertical axis) shows the dependent variable.

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In a graph showing sales over time, what is the independent variable?

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The independent variable is time (e.g., weeks, months) because it is the variable that is controlled.

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In a graph showing sales over time, what is the dependent variable?

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The dependent variable is sales because it depends on the time.

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What does it mean if a variable is independent?

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An independent variable is one that is not affected by other variables in the experiment.

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What does it mean if a variable is dependent?

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A dependent variable is one that is affected by changes in the independent variable.

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Example of an independent variable in a study about plant growth?

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The amount of sunlight each plant receives.

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Example of a dependent variable in a study about plant growth?

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The height of the plants after a certain period.