Types of data, IV, DV

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What is the dependent variable (DV) in an experiment?

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The dependent variable (DV) is the outcome or result that is measured in an experiment, which is affected by changes in the independent variable.

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What is the independent variable (IV) in an experiment?

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The independent variable (IV) is the factor that is manipulated or changed in an experiment to observe its effect on the dependent variable.

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What type of data describes characteristics or qualities?

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Qualitative data describes characteristics or qualities, often expressed in words.

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What type of data consists of numerical values?

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Quantitative data consists of numerical values that can be measured and compared.

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In the statement 'If I drink too much caffeine before bed, then I won't get much sleep,' what is the DV?

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The DV is the amount of sleep.

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In the statement 'If I do these dumb quizzizz's, my grades will get better,' what is the DV?

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The DV is better grades.

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What is an example of qualitative data?

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An example of qualitative data is 'The flowers are white with red tips on the petals.'

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What is an example of quantitative data?

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An example of quantitative data is 'The plant grew 5 centimeters in height.'

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How do you identify the dependent variable in a hypothesis?

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The dependent variable can be identified by looking for the outcome that is expected to change as a result of manipulating the independent variable.

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How do you identify the independent variable in a hypothesis?

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The independent variable can be identified by looking for the factor that is being changed or controlled in the experiment.