Independent and Dependent Variables
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Mathematics
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8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an independent variable?
Back
An independent variable is the variable that is changed or controlled in a scientific experiment to test its effects on the dependent variable.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a dependent variable?
Back
A dependent variable is the variable that is measured and affected in an experiment. It depends on the independent variable.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
In the turkey cooking scenario, what is the independent variable?
Back
The weight of the turkey.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
In the turkey cooking scenario, what is the dependent variable?
Back
The cooking time.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean for a variable to be controlled in an experiment?
Back
A controlled variable is kept constant to ensure that the results are due to the independent variable.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can you identify the independent variable in a graph?
Back
The independent variable is usually plotted on the x-axis.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can you identify the dependent variable in a graph?
Back
The dependent variable is usually plotted on the y-axis.
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