Thursday - I'm at Jury Duty!

Independent and Dependent Variables

1. Catalyst

2. Independent Learning

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Answer these questions on paper

1. What is the definition of an Independent Variable? 

2. What is the definition of a Dependent Variable? 

3. Which variable is associated with the "cause" and which variable is associated with the "effect" in an experiment? 

4. Think about this experiment: Does heating a cup of water allow it to dissolve more sugar? What is the IV? What is the DV?

 5. Think about this experiment: Does an electric motor turn faster if you increase the voltage? What is the IV? What is the DV? 

6. Now return to the science buddies website and click "examples" at the top. Check your answers from number 5 and 6! Did you get them right? 

7. Complete the worksheet given to you by the substitute teacher. It is due tomorrow: no exceptions! 

Exit Ticket - Start with 10 minutes left in class

Variables Exit Ticket