8Ec - Fair testing Flashcards

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What is the independant variable?

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The independant stands alone and isn’t changed by the other variables you are trying to measure. Eg, someone’s age might be an independent variable.

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What is the dependant variable?

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The dependant varible depends on other factors. Eg, a test score could be a dependent variable as it could change depending on how much you studied, how much u slept.

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What ae you trying to find out in an experiment with the dependant and independant varible?

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In experiments you want to find out how the independent variable affects the dependent variables.

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