Types of data, IV, DV

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What is the variable changed by the scientist in an experiment?

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Independent variable

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What type of data is represented by the weight of an object in ounces or grams?

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Quantitative data

Front

In Ms. Liggett's experiment, what is the dependent variable when testing the shape of French fries?

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Amount of crispiness

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What does the independent variable represent in an experiment?

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The ONE thing you change

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What type of data describes qualities or characteristics?

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Qualitative data

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What is the dependent variable in an experiment?

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The variable that is measured or affected by the independent variable

Front

If you are measuring the height of plants in an experiment, what type of data are you collecting?

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Quantitative data

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What is an example of qualitative data?

Back

The color of a car or the taste of food

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In an experiment, if you change the amount of sunlight a plant receives, what is the independent variable?

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Amount of sunlight

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What type of data would describe the softness of a pillow?

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Qualitative data