What are Variables?
They are the factors in an experiment that change or could potentially change.
The higher the temperature of water, the faster the egg will cook. Depending on how long she studies for math, will result in how well she does on the test. |
The variables in this sentence are temperature of the water and time it takes for egg to cook. The variables in this sentence are the time she studies for test and the grade she receives on it. |
Independent Variable
The one that the investigator purposely changes or manipulates.
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Dependent Variable
The one that changes in response to changes in the independent variable.
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