Variable

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  1. dependent variable
    a quantity whose value depends on another quantity
    The dependent variable is the factor that is observed and measured to see if it is affected.
  2. independent variable
    a value that does not depend on changes in other values
    The independent variable is the factor that will be intentionally changed in the procedure.
  3. variable
    something that is likely to change
    Variables are factors that will affect the outcome of the experiment.
  4. factor
    anything that contributes causally to a result
    Variables are factors that will affect the outcome of the experiment.
  5. labeled
    bearing or marked with a label or tag
    They must be labeled.
  6. controlled
    restrained or managed or kept within certain bounds
    Controlled variables are all the other factors in the investigation that must be controlled in the experiment so that they do not have any effect on the results.
  7. affect
    have an influence upon
    Variables are factors that will affect the outcome of the experiment.
  8. factor in
    consider as relevant when making a decision
    Controlled variables are all the other factors in the investigation that must be controlled in the experiment so that they do not have any effect on the results.
  9. dependent
    a person who relies on another person for support
    The dependent variable is the factor that is observed and measured to see if it is affected.
  10. label
    a brief description given for purposes of identification
    They must be labeled.
  11. experiment
    the act of conducting a controlled test or investigation
    Variables are factors that will affect the outcome of the experiment.
  12. procedure
    a particular course of action intended to achieve a result
    The independent variable is the factor that will be intentionally changed in the procedure.
  13. outcome
    something that results
    Variables are factors that will affect the outcome of the experiment.
  14. tool
    an implement used to perform a task or job
    Independent variable = drop height
    Dependent variable = bounce height
    Controlled variables = ball, surface and measuring tool

  15. liquid
    fluid matter having no fixed shape but a fixed volume
    You may have to keep the length of string the same or the temperature of the liquid the same.
  16. independent
    free from external control and constraint
    The independent variable is the factor that will be intentionally changed in the procedure.
  17. control
    power to direct or determine
    Controlled variables are all the other factors in the investigation that must be controlled in the experiment so that they do not have any effect on the results.
  18. measured
    having notes of fixed rhythmic value
    The dependent variable is the factor that is observed and measured to see if it is affected.
  19. temperature
    the degree of hotness or coldness of a body or environment
    You may have to keep the length of string the same or the temperature of the liquid the same.
  20. measure
    determine the dimensions of something or somebody
    The dependent variable is the factor that is observed and measured to see if it is affected.
  21. investigation
    an inquiry into unfamiliar or questionable activities
    Controlled variables are all the other factors in the investigation that must be controlled in the experiment so that they do not have any effect on the results.
  22. observe
    watch attentively
    The dependent variable is the factor that is observed and measured to see if it is affected.
  23. affected
    influenced
    The dependent variable is the factor that is observed and measured to see if it is affected.
Created on Wed Jul 25 09:42:43 EDT 2012

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