Variables in science

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The variables that are kept the same to ensure the results are accurate.

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Constant

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The variable that is manipulated or controlled by the researcher, and its effects are measured in the experiment, is known as

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Independent Variable

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

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What is the independent variable in the experiment to determine which brand of paper towel will absorb the most liquid?

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Brand of paper towel

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What you measure or observe in an experiment.

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dependent variable

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NGSS.MS-PS3-4

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What is the variable that is measured in an experiment?

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dependent variable

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Identify the Dependent Variable: You test to see if a rubber ball or a plastic ball bounces higher.

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Height of bounce

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NGSS.MS-PS3-2

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What is the independent variable in determining the effect of fertilizer on the growth of grass?

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amount of fertilizer

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NGSS.MS-LS2-1

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

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What is the dependent variable when students of different ages are given the same puzzle to assemble?

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time to complete the puzzle

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What is another term for the independent variable?

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manipulated variable

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What is another term for dependent variable?

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responding variable