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Independent, dependent variable, and writing hypothesis

Total questions: 19

Worksheet time: 8mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
Students want to test if changing the wing shape of a paper airplane  will affect  the distance it  will fly. What is the independent variable? 
a)
the wing shape 
b)
the distance the airplane will fly 
dependent
c)
the temperature in the classroom 
d)
the type of paper used to construct the plane 
2.
Students want to test if changing the wing shape of a paper airplane  will affect  the distance it  will fly. What is the dependent variable? 
a)
the wing shape 
b)
the distance it will fly 
c)
the temperature in the room 
d)
the type of paper used to construct the airplane 
3.
Students want to test if changing the wing shape of a paper airplane  will affect  the distance it  will fly. Which of the following is a good hypothesis for this experiment? 
a)
If the airplane fly for three minutes, then that will be the best design 
b)
If the wing shape is round, then the airplane will fly for more time 
c)
If the wing shape is wider, then the airplane will covered more distance 
d)
If the airplane is made of construction paper, then it will fly farther 
4.
Susie wants to know if an increase in temperature is accelerating the decaying process of apples. What is the dependent variable in this experiment?
a)
the temperature 
b)
the appearance of the apples
dependent
c)
the acceleration 
d)
None of the above 
5.
Susie wants to know if an increase in temperature is accelerating the decaying process of apples. What is the independent variable in this experiment?
a)
the temperature
b)
the appearance of the apple 
c)
the acceleration 
d)
None of the above 
6.
Susie wants to know if an increase in temperature is accelerating the decaying process of apples. What is a good hypothesis for this experiment? 
a)
If apples are red, then the decaying process will be accelerated 
b)
If the apples are placed outside, then they will look fresh after three days 
c)
If the decaying process is accelerated, then the apples will look fresh and healthy 
d)
If the temperature is decreased, then the apples will look fresh for more time 
7.
David is having a discussion with Anthony because he is saying that  the flavor of ice cream affects how fast the ice cream melts. What is the independent variable in this example? 
a)
the flavor of the ice cream 
b)
the time it takes to melt
c)
the temperature of the environment 
d)
the price of the ice cream 
8.
Does the type of shoe worn during a 30 meter dash affect the speed of the runner?
a)
independent
b)
dependent
9.
How does increasing the slope of a ramp affect how far a marble travels?
a)
independent
b)
dependent
10.
How does watching TV during studying affect a student’s test grades?
a)
independent
b)
dependent
11.
Which brand of bubblegum allows for you to blow the largest bubble?
a)
independent
b)
dependent
12.
Do roses grow more in height in partial or direct sunlight?
a)

independent

b)
dependent
13.
Does decreasing the cost of shipping attract more buyers to a website?
a)
independent
b)
dependent
14.
How does adding cardio to one’s daily schedule affect their heart rate?
a)
independent
b)
dependent
15.
A person’s teeth will be whitened quicker if they use baking soda with their toothpaste.
a)
independent
b)
dependent
16.
Sugar will dissolve faster in water, if we increase the temperature of the water.
a)
independent
b)
dependent
17.
Sugar will dissolve faster in water, if we increase the temperature of the water.
a)
independent
b)
dependent
18.
Sugar will dissolve faster in water, if we increase the temperature of the water.
a)
independent
b)
dependent
19.
Does deflating a ball affect a its ability to bounce?
a)
independent
b)
dependent