variables

The variables that are kept the same to ensure the results are accurate.

• Hypothesis

• Constant

• Independent Variable

• Dependent Variable

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS2-2

The variable that is manipulated or controlled by the researcher, and its effects are measured in the experiment, is known as

• Dependent Variable

• Control

• Independent Variable

• Constant

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS2-2

Which brand of paper towel will absorb the most liquid? What is the independent variable?

• Brand of paper towel
• Amount of water absorbed

What you measure or observe in an experiment.

• constant variable

• controlled variable

• dependent variable

• independent variable

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-2

NGSS.MS-PS2-2

Identify the Dependent Variable: You test to see if a rubber ball or a plastic ball bounces higher.

• Type of ball

• Same drop height

• Height of bounce

• Same surface

What is the variable that is measured in an experiment?

• constant variable

• controlled variable

• dependent variable

• independent variable

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-2

Justin wants to determine the effect of fertilizer on the growth of grass. What is the independent variable?

• amount of fertilizer

• height of grass

• type of plant

• time

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-5

NGSS.MS-LS2-1