Dependent and Independent Variables

Dependent and Independent Variables

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Science

5th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

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Subhatra Mahendraraj

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can you determine if your hypothesis is supported?

Back

By analyzing the data collected from the experiment and seeing if it aligns with your prediction.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an independent variable?

Back

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

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Dependent variable

Back

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

4.

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

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative data?

Back

Qualitative data describes characteristics or qualities, while quantitative data involves numbers and measurements.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why is it important to repeat experiments?

Back

To verify results and ensure that they are reliable and not due to chance.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

In an experiment, if you measure how tall a plant grows based on different amounts of water, what is the dependent variable?

Back

The height of the plant.

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