Dependent and Independent Variables

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What is an independent variable?

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

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What is a dependent variable?

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A dependent variable is the variable that is measured and affected in an experiment, depending on the independent variable.

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In the equation t = s, which variable is independent?

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s (the number of students) is the independent variable.

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In the statement 'drinking milk affects how tall Monica grows', what is the independent variable?

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drinking milk is the independent variable.

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In the equation P = W, which variable is independent?

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W (the days worked) is the independent variable.

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What is an example of a dependent variable in a movie rental scenario?

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The money it costs is the dependent variable.

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If the number of bubbles depends on the time spent blowing them, which is the dependent variable?

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bubbles is the dependent variable.

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How do you identify the independent variable in an experiment?

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The independent variable is what you change or control in the experiment.

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How do you identify the dependent variable in an experiment?

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The dependent variable is what you measure in the experiment.

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What is the relationship between independent and dependent variables?

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The independent variable affects the dependent variable.