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Understanding Variables in Science

Authored by Traci Cohen

Computers

6th Grade

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Understanding Variables in Science
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are variables in science?

Hypotheses of an experiment

Factors that can change in an experiment

Results of an experiment

Elements that remain constant in an experiment

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the squid experiment, what is the independent variable?

The type of food given to the squid

The temperature of the water

The amount of vitamins given to the squid

The lifespan of the squid

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the independent variable called 'independent'?

It is the same in all experiments

It depends on other variables

It is the result of the experiment

It does not depend on other variables

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the dependent variable in the squid experiment?

The temperature of the water

The lifespan of the squid

The type of food given

The amount of vitamins given

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the dependent variable represent in an experiment?

The hypothesis of the experiment

The variable you keep constant

The variable you measure

The variable you manipulate

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an example of a controlled variable in the squid experiment?

The temperature of the water

The hypothesis of the experiment

The amount of vitamins given

The lifespan of the squid

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are controlled variables important in an experiment?

They are the variables you measure

They ensure the results are due to the independent variable

They help to manipulate the independent variable

They are the results of the experiment

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