What is an independent variable?
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An independent variable is a variable that is manipulated or changed in an experiment to test its effects on the dependent variable.
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In a graph, how do you identify the independent variable?
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The independent variable is usually plotted on the x-axis and is the variable that is controlled or changed.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a dependent variable?
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A dependent variable is the variable that is measured or observed in an experiment, and it is affected by changes in the independent variable.
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How do you identify the dependent variable in a graph?
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The dependent variable is typically plotted on the y-axis and is the outcome that is measured.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does it mean when we say there is a correlation between two variables?
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A correlation indicates that there is a relationship between two variables, meaning that when one variable changes, the other variable tends to change as well.
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What is a positive correlation?
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A positive correlation means that as one variable increases, the other variable also increases.
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What is a negative correlation?
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A negative correlation means that as one variable increases, the other variable decreases.
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