independent and dependent variables math

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What is an independent variable?

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An independent variable is a variable that is changed or controlled in a scientific experiment to test its effects on the dependent variable.

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What is a dependent variable?

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A dependent variable is a variable that is measured and affected in an experiment. It depends on the independent variable.

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In the equation 9i - 4k = z, which variable is dependent?

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z

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In the scenario where Dalton babysits, if h = hours babysat and m = money earned, which variable is dependent?

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m

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In the equation 7h - 2z = k, which variable is dependent?

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k

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In the scenario where Sarah brings treats based on the number of students, if t = treats and s = students, which variable is independent?

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s

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What does it mean if a variable is dependent?

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It means that the variable's value is determined by the changes in another variable.

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What does it mean if a variable is independent?

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It means that the variable can be changed or controlled without being affected by other variables.

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In a graph, which axis typically represents the independent variable?

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The x-axis.

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In a graph, which axis typically represents the dependent variable?

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The y-axis.