Dependent Nad Independent Variables

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What is a dependent variable?

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A variable whose value depends on the values of one or more independent variables.

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What is an independent variable?

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A variable that is manipulated or changed in an experiment to test its effects on the dependent variable.

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In the equation y = mx + b, what does y represent?

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The dependent variable.

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In the equation y = mx + b, what does x represent?

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The independent variable.

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If the number of hours worked increases, what happens to the total pay?

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The total pay (dependent variable) increases as the number of hours worked (independent variable) increases.

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What is the relationship between independent and dependent variables?

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Independent variables cause changes in dependent 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.

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If the distance walked increases, what happens to the amount of money raised in a fundraiser?

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The amount of money raised (dependent variable) increases as the distance walked (independent variable) increases.

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What is an example of a dependent variable in a study measuring the effect of study time on test scores?

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Test scores are the dependent variable.