Scientific Variables

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Test/Independent Variable

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The variable that is changed/manipulated in the experiment

Front

What is a control group?

Back

The group that does not receive the manipulation; used to compare

Front

What is an experimental group?

Back

The groups that do receive the manipulation

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Outcome/Dependent Variable

Back

The variable that is being observed/measured in the experiment

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Control variable/constant

Back

Elements that are kept constant/unchanged in the experiment

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Which word is associated with the test/independent variable?

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Change

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Word associated with the outcome/dependent variable?

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Measure

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What is the test/independent variable in this experiment?

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The color of the lightbulbs

Front

What is the outcome/dependent variable in this experiment?

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The height of the plants

Front

What is the control group in this experiment? Options: The group with the red light, The group with the white light, The group with the blue light, The group with the green light

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The group with the white light