1.5 Flashcards
1
Q
What is the difference between an independent variable and a dependent variable?
A
An independent variable is what is changed in an experiment, and a dependent variable is the results recorded after an experiment.
2
Q
What term is the standard to which comparisons are made?
A
Control Group
3
Q
Which variable belongs on the X-axis?
A
Independent Variable
4
Q
How does a change in the independent variable affect the dependent variable?
A
When the independent variable is changed, the results can differ. However, if the independent variable did not have an effect on the experiment, the dependent variable will not change.
