Graphing Quiz

Why is it important to clearly define the independent and dependent variables before starting an experiment?

• To ensure the experiment is valid and the results are reliable.

• To make the experiment more complex.

• To use more equipment in the experiment.

• To make the hypothesis more interesting.

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If a scientist changes the amount of light plants receive to see how it affects growth, what is the independent variable?

• The type of plants.

• The amount of light.

• The growth of the plants.

• The type of soil used.

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What is the independent variable on this graph?

• Tick count

• Questing height

Which of the following is an example of a dependent variable?

• The time of day when an experiment is conducted.

• The amount of water given to plants in an experiment.

• The height of plants after being given different amounts of water.

• The type of plants used in an experiment.

If you are conducting an experiment to see if the type of fertilizer affects plant growth, what would the dependent variable be?

• The type of fertilizer.

• The color of the plants.

• The growth of the plants.

• The amount of water given to the plants.

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In a controlled experiment, how many independent variables can be tested at a time?

• one

• none

• two or more

• how ever many makes sense.

The variable that is measured. It is the result of the experiment.

• Controlled Variable

• Dependent Variable

• Independent Variable

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What is an independent variable?

• A variable that depends on other factors
• A variable that is not affected by other variables
• A variable that is always constant
• A variable that is always changing

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What type of graph is this?

• Bar graph

• Histogram

• Pie Chart/Circle Graph

• Stem Chart

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• Line Graph
• Pictograph
• Bar Graph
• Histogram