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Independent and Dependent Variables
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Science
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8th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an independent variable?
Back
The independent variable is the factor that is changed or manipulated in an experiment to observe its effect on the dependent variable.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a dependent variable?
Back
The 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 the experiment, what does the term 'controlled variable' refer to?
Back
Controlled variables are the factors that are kept constant throughout an experiment to ensure that the results are due to the independent variable.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do you identify the dependent variable in a question?
Back
The dependent variable is usually the outcome or effect that is being measured in response to changes in the independent variable.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the relationship between independent and dependent variables?
Back
The independent variable is what you change, and the dependent variable is what you measure as a result of that change.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Example of an independent variable in a study about plant growth?
Back
The amount of sunlight the plants receive.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Example of a dependent variable in a study about plant growth?
Back
The height of the plants after a certain period.
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