Unit 1: The Practice of Science

Front

The independent variable is also known as the _______ variable.

Back

test

Front

The dependent variable is also known as the _______ variable.

Back

outcome

Front

Which variable do we change in an experiment in order to test it?

Back

independent variable

Front

How many independent variables can we have in an experiment and still consider it a fair test?

Back

1

Front

Which variable do we measure as the result of an experiment?

Back

dependent

Front

This is the group that we will compare our experimental group to. This group stays "normal."

Back

Control Group

Front

What is the dependent variable if you increase the amount of spinach you eat?

Back

increase the amount of iron in your blood

Front

What is the dependent variable if I ride my bike to school instead of walking?

Back

How fast you get to school

Front

What is the independent variable in the statement: 'If I listen to Mr. Castro's instructions, then I will have less accidents in the lab'?

Back

Listening or not listening to instructions

Front

What is the independent variable in the statement: 'If I read this question carefully, then I will answer it correctly'?

Back

Reading or not reading carefully