Independent and Dependent Variables

Front

On a graph, which axis shows the dependent variable?

Back

y-axis

Front

The y-axis is the ___________________ number line in the coordinate plane.

Back

Vertical

Front

On a graph, which axis shows the independent variable?

Back

x-axis

Front

Independent means

Back

an amount that can stand on its own

Front

A(n) _____________ variable depends on or is changed by another variable.

Back

dependent

Front

What is the definition of a dependent variable?

Back

A variable that depends on another variable.

Front

What is the definition of an independent variable?

Back

A variable that stands alone and is not affected by other variables.

Front

In an experiment, what is the independent variable?

Back

The variable that is changed or controlled to test its effects.

Front

In an experiment, what is the dependent variable?

Back

The variable that is measured and affected in the experiment.

Front

How do you identify the independent variable in a graph?

Back

It is plotted on the x-axis.