Independent and Dependent Variables

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What is the definition of an independent variable?

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An independent variable is a variable that is manipulated or changed in an experiment to test its effects on the dependent variable.

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What is the definition of a dependent variable?

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A dependent variable is a variable that is measured or observed in an experiment, and it is affected by changes in the independent variable.

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In a mathematical equation, how can you identify the independent variable?

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The independent variable is typically represented on the x-axis of a graph.

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In a mathematical equation, how can you identify the dependent variable?

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The dependent variable is typically represented on the y-axis of a graph.

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What is the relationship between independent and dependent variables?

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The independent variable is the cause, while the dependent variable is the effect.

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In the context of a road trip, if distance is the dependent variable, what is the independent variable?

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The independent variable is time, as distance changes based on the time traveled.

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If Ty earns $12 per hour, what is the independent variable in the equation for his earnings?

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The independent variable is the number of hours worked (h).

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What does the slope of a graph represent in relation to independent and dependent variables?

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The slope represents the rate of change of the dependent variable with respect to the independent variable.

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In the equation m = 12h, what does 'm' represent?

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'm' represents the dependent variable, which is the total money earned.

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If Emma earns one sticker for every paper completed, what is the dependent variable?

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The dependent variable is the number of stickers earned (s).