1.2 - Variables
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Practice Questions
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Define an independent variable in an experiment.
💡 Hint: Look for what is being tested or changed.
What does a dependent variable measure?
💡 Hint: Think of what is being observed or counted.
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What is an independent variable?
💡 Hint: It is the variable you want to test.
True or False: A positive control is expected to show no response.
💡 Hint: Consider what a positive control aims to confirm.
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Challenge Problems
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You are conducting an experiment to see how temperature affects yeast fermentation. Identify the IV, DV, and list three controlled variables.
💡 Hint: Think about each factor that could change the results and how you keep them the same.
Design a study to examine the effects of soil type on plant growth and describe how you would ensure both reliability and validity.
💡 Hint: Identify what testing method guarantees consistent results.
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