Independent and Dependent Variable Practice

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The Variable that I do NOT control

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Dependent Variable

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The Variable that I control in an experiment

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Independent Variable

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Variable

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What changes in an experiment

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Steve wanted to see if the type of fertilizer made sunflowers grow larger. What is the independent variable?

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Type of fertilizer

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Steve wanted to see if the type of fertilizer made sunflowers grow larger. What is the dependent variable?

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Size of sunflower

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Molly investigated if the age of students caused them to be better drivers. What is the independent variable?

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Age of student

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The process scientists use to do experiments and answer questions is called the _______________

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Scientific Method

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What is the first step of the Scientific Method?

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Make an observation

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What is the last step of the scientific method?

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Repeat the Experiment

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Observations: Are made using your 5 senses

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Are made using your 5 senses