Independent and Dependent Variables

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What is an independent variable?

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An independent variable is a 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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A dependent variable is a variable that is measured and affected in an experiment. It responds to changes in the independent variable.

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In the equation m = 5h, what does 'm' represent?

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In the equation m = 5h, 'm' represents the miles ran.

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In the equation m = 5h, what does 'h' represent?

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In the equation m = 5h, 'h' represents the hours spent running.

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If Jim sells 3 socks, how much money does he earn? (d = 10s)

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If Jim sells 3 socks, he earns $30 (d = 10 * 3).

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What is the relationship between independent and dependent variables?

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The independent variable is manipulated to observe its effect on the dependent variable.

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True or False: The independent variable is affected by the dependent variable.

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False

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True or False: The dependent variable changes in response to the independent variable.

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True

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In the equation s = 5m, what does 's' represent?

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In the equation s = 5m, 's' represents the total costs of subscription.

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If Savannah pays $5 a month, what is the total cost after 4 months? (s = 5m)

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The total cost after 4 months is $20 (s = 5 * 4).