Mod 5 Graphing Guidelines

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What is the best title for a graph where the Y-axis represents Kinetic Energy (J) and the X-axis represents mass (g)?

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Kinetic Energy influenced by Mass

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What is the variable that is changed on purpose and graphed on the x-axis called?

Back

Independent Variable

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What is the variable that responds to the change and is graphed on the y-axis?

Back

Dependent Variable

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What is the purpose of labeling the x-axis and y-axis in a graph?

Back

To provide information about the data being represented

Front

What is the ordered pair (0,0) also known as?

Back

Origin

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What does the Y-axis typically represent in a graph?

Back

The dependent variable or the outcome being measured.

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What does the X-axis typically represent in a graph?

Back

The independent variable or the factor being changed.

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What is a controlled variable?

Back

A variable that is kept constant to ensure a fair test.

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Why is it important to have a clear title for a graph?

Back

It helps the reader understand what the graph is representing.

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What is the difference between independent and dependent variables?

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Independent variables are manipulated, while dependent variables are measured.