In/dependent variables and Graphs

On a graph, which axis shows the dependent variable?

• x-axis

• y-axis

• origin

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CCSS.HSF.IF.A.1

CCSS.HSF.IF.C.7

On a graph, which axis shows the independent variable?

• x-axis

• y-axis

• origin

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

• independent

• dependent

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CCSS.HSF.IF.A.1

CCSS.HSF.IF.A.2

CCSS.HSF.IF.B.4

Michael has a math test tomorrow. His score is related to the amount of studying he does in preperation. Which is the independent variables?

• the test score

• amount of studying Michael does

You are testing how the amount you water a plant affects its growth. What would be the INDEPENDENT VARIABLE in this experiment.

• They type of pot you put the plants in.

• The amount you water each plant.

• The amount of sunlight the plants get.

• The amount the plant grows.

Sarah is bringing treats to her elementary school class on her birthday. The number of treats she brings in is based on the number of students in her class.
t = the number of treats
s = the number of students
Which of the variables is independent?

• s = the number of students
• t = the number of treats

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CCSS.6.EE.C.9

What is wrong with this graph?

• The independent and dependent variables are not labeled.

• The data that is graphed is incorrect and a different graph should have been used.

• The color of the graph is not appropriate or professional

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CCSS.6.SP.B.4

Time such as minutes, days, and months will always be a(n) ________________ variable when graphing.

• Controlled

• Independent

• Dependent

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CCSS.HSA.CED.A.2

The vertical axis of a line graph is called the __________.

• slope

• line of best fit

• x-axis

• y-axis

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CCSS.5.G.A.1

A _________ is a pair of numbers used to determine the position of a point on a graph.

• coordinate

• line of best fit

• straight

• x-axis

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CCSS.6.G.A.3

CCSS.6.NS.C.6

CCSS.6.NS.C.8