Variables

What is the independent variable in an experiment?

• The variable you are measuring

• The variable you are changing

• The variable you keep the same

• The variable you ignore

What is the dependent variable in an experiment?

• The variable you are changing

• The variable you keep the same

• The variable you are measuring

• The variable you ignore

What are control variables in an experiment?

• Variables you change

• Variables you measure

• Variables you keep the same

• Variables you ignore

Where should one of the bananas be placed according to the instructions?

• In the fridge

• On a windowsill

• In a drawer

• In a basket

What is the purpose of comparing the bananas after 3 days?

• To see which one is heavier

• To see which one is darker

• To see which one is softer

• To see which one is sweeter

What is the purpose of timing how long it takes for each biscuit to break?

• To see which one tastes better

• To determine the best biscuit for dunking

• To find out which one is the biggest

• To see which one is the most colorful

What is the main goal of the biscuit dunking experiment?

• To find the tastiest biscuit

• To find the best biscuit for dunking

• To find the biggest biscuit

• To find the most colorful biscuit

What is the experiment trying to find out about the biscuits?

• Which one is the most colorful

• Which one is the best for dunking

• Which one is the biggest

• Which one is the most expensive

What color safety gloves does Dr. Hill wear in the lab?

• Red

• Blue

• Black

• Green