Types of data and variables

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What are constants in an experiment?

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Constants are factors that remain the same in all groups during an experiment.

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What type of data describes qualities or characteristics?

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Qualitative data describes qualities or characteristics.

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What is a dependent variable?

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A dependent variable is the variable that might change as a result of changes made to the independent variable.

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What is an independent variable?

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

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In an experiment, what is the variable that is changed?

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The variable that is changed is called the independent variable.

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What is the dependent variable in the question: 'Do tall people jump further than short people?'

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The dependent variable is how far the person jumps.

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What is quantitative data?

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Quantitative data is numerical data that can be measured and expressed mathematically.

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What is the purpose of a control group in an experiment?

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The control group is used as a standard for comparison to see the effect of the independent variable.

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What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative data?

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Qualitative data describes characteristics, while quantitative data involves numbers and measurements.

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What is an example of a constant in an experiment testing plant growth?

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An example of a constant could be the type of soil used for all plants.