Identifying Variables Practice

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What is a constant in an experiment?

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A constant is a factor that remains the same throughout an experiment, ensuring that the results are due to the manipulated variable.

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What is a responding variable?

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A responding variable, also known as a dependent variable, is the factor that is measured or observed in an experiment to see how it responds to changes in the manipulated variable.

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What is a manipulated variable?

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A manipulated variable, also known as an independent variable, is the factor that is changed or controlled in an experiment to test its effects on the responding variable.

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In Spongebob's experiment, what is the constant?

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The amount of fertilizer the plants get.

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In Matias's experiment, what is the responding variable?

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The dog's weight.

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In Moana's experiment, what is the responding variable?

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How many fish she catches.

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In Jamal's basketball experiment, what is the responding variable?

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How many points he scores.

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In Ariel's hair brushing experiment, what is the manipulated variable?

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What Ariel used to brush her hair.

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Why is it important to have constants in an experiment?

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Constants are important because they help ensure that the experiment is fair and that the results are valid.

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What is the difference between a constant and a variable?

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A constant does not change during an experiment, while a variable can change and affect the outcome.