Variables, Relationships And Graphing Flashcards
1
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What’s a variable?
A
A variable is a measurement or observation that changes during an investigation.
2
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What’s an independent variable?
A
An independent variable is the one you change to see what happens.
3
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What’s a dependent variable?
A
A dependent variable is the one that you measure after the independent variable is changed.
4
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What’s a constant?
A
Constant means it doesn’t change.
5
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What is quantitative data?
A
Quantitative data is when a quantity can be measured. This is a measurement where numbers are involved. E.g) distance, mass and time.
6
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What is qualitative data?
A
Qualitative data is a record of the qualities of something ie) results where numbers cannot be used. e.g) texture, flavour, emotion
