This variable in an experiment is the one being deliberately changed by the scientist. 

• dependent variable
• independent variable
• data
• control group

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2C

What is the variable in an experiment that is being measured or observed?

• independent variable

• dependent variable

• constant

• controlled variable

A _____ is a factor in an experiment that is kept the same each trial.

• constant

• control

• hypothesis

• conclusion

A student investigated how the amount of sunlight affects the growth of a bean plant. What is the independent variable in this investigation?

• amount of water given to each plant

• amount of sunlight each plant receives

• how tall the plant grows

• amount of fertilizer used

A student investigated how the amount of sunlight affects the growth of a bean plant. What is the dependent variable in this investigation?

• amount of sunlight each plant receives

• type of soil

• amount of water given to plant

• the growth of the plant