Analyzing Data

Front

What does the x-axis measure?

Back

Time (minutes)

Front

If time is ever the variable, then it is the ________ variable.

Back

independent

Front

What does the y-axis measure?

Back

Distance in City Blocks

Front

The variable that is measured throughout the experiment is the ________________

Back

Dependent Variable

Front

Y axis is the ____________variable. This is the variable that changes due to the variable on the x-axis.

Back

dependent

Front

What is an independent variable?

Back

A variable that is manipulated or changed in an experiment.

Front

What is a dependent variable?

Back

A variable that is measured in an experiment and is affected by the independent variable.

Front

What is the purpose of a controlled variable?

Back

To keep certain factors constant to ensure a fair test.

Front

What does a graph's title indicate?

Back

The main subject or focus of the data being presented.

Front

What is the significance of the origin point (0,0) on a graph?

Back

It represents the starting point where both variables are zero.