Independent + Dependent Variables

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What is an independent variable?

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

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What is a dependent variable?

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

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Where is the independent variable typically represented on a graph?

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The independent variable is usually represented on the X-axis of a graph.

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Where is the dependent variable typically represented on a graph?

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The dependent variable is usually represented on the Y-axis of a graph.

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What is data in the context of an experiment?

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Data refers to the information collected during an experiment to answer a research question.

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What is a controlled variable?

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A controlled variable is a factor that is kept constant throughout an experiment to ensure that the results are valid.

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In an experiment, what does it mean to control a variable?

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To control a variable means to keep it constant so that it does not affect the outcome of the experiment.

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

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A control group is used as a standard for comparison to see how the independent variable affects the dependent variable.

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What is an example of an independent variable in an experiment about plant growth?

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The amount of sunlight the plants receive is an example of an independent variable.

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What is an example of a dependent variable in an experiment about plant growth?

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The height of the plants is an example of a dependent variable.