Independent and Dependent Variables
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Mathematics
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6th - 8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the dependent variable in an experiment?
Back
The dependent variable is the variable that depends on or is changed by another variable. It is what you measure in the experiment.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
On which axis is the dependent variable plotted on a graph?
Back
The dependent variable is plotted on the y-axis.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an independent variable?
Back
An independent variable is the variable that is changed or controlled in an experiment to test its effects on the dependent variable.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
In the equation y = mx + b, what does y represent?
Back
y represents the dependent variable.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
In the equation y = mx + b, what does x represent?
Back
x represents the independent variable.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
If you increase the amount of sunlight a plant receives, what is the dependent variable?
Back
The dependent variable is the growth of the plant.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
In a study measuring how study time affects test scores, what is the independent variable?
Back
The independent variable is the amount of study time.
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CCSS.HSS.IC.B.3
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