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Dependent and Independent Variables

Dependent and Independent Variables

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Science

5th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an independent variable?

Back

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

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a dependent variable?

Back

A dependent variable is the factor that is measured or observed in an experiment, which is affected by changes in the independent variable.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

In an experiment, if you change the amount of sunlight a plant receives, what is the independent variable?

Back

The amount of sunlight.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

In an experiment, if you measure how tall plants grow with different fertilizers, what is the dependent variable?

Back

The height of the plants.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of identifying independent and dependent variables in an experiment?

Back

To understand how changes in one variable affect another, allowing for clearer conclusions.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

If you are testing how different amounts of water affect plant growth, what is the independent variable?

Back

The amount of water.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

If you are studying how different study times affect test scores, what is the dependent variable?

Back

The test scores.

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