[Pre-Test] Independent and Dependent Variables

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What is an independent variable?

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An 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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A dependent variable is the variable that is measured and affected in an experiment, responding to changes in the independent variable.

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In the context of an experiment, what does 'control' mean?

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Control refers to the standard or baseline condition in an experiment that is kept constant to ensure that the results are due to the independent variable.

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What axis represents the independent variable on a graph?

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The independent variable is typically represented on the x-axis.

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What axis represents the dependent variable on a graph?

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The dependent variable is typically represented on the y-axis.

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In Ms. Shi's scrapbook example, what is the independent variable?

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The number of photos added (p) is the independent variable.

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In Grace's birthday treat example, what is the dependent variable?

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The number of treats is the dependent variable.

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Identify the dependent variable in the tire tread study.

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The distance the car took to brake is the dependent variable.

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In Asher's ball drop experiment, what is the independent variable?

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The height from which the ball is dropped is the independent variable.

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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.