Mathematics
Grade 6
45 min
Identify independent and dependent variables
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1
You study for a test. What is the dependent variable: hours studied or test score?
2
You buy sodas for $2 each. What is the independent variable: number of sodas or total cost?
3
A car travels at a steady speed. What is the dependent variable: time driving or distance traveled?
Sample Practice Questions
Easy
The more you water a plant, the taller it grows. What is the dependent variable?
0.Water
1.Growth
2.Soil
3.Sunlight
Easy
The more movie tickets you buy, the higher the total cost. What is the independent variable?
0.Cost
1.Movie
2.Tickets
3.Time
Easy
The longer you run on a treadmill, the more calories you burn. What is the dependent variable?
0.Time
1.Speed
2.Calories
3.Distance
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