Learning Exercise
Identifying variables in an experiment
The student will read diferent experiment scenarios and identify the independent, dependent, and standardized (controlled) varialbles and the control group for each experiment.
- Material:
- Physical Science - Grade 12
- Date last modified:
- March 24, 2023
- Created by:
- Shirley Vides
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Exercise
For the following experiments identify the independent variable (IV), dependent variable (DV), standardizing (aka controlled) variable(s) (SV) and control group (CG)
Disciplines
Technical Notes
Include a definition for each of the terms the students will identify and offer an example.
Requirements
Identify the following:
IV ___________________________________________________________________
DV ___________________________________________________________________
SV ___________________________________________________________________
CG (if any) _____________________________________________________________
Topics
Different types of rose bushes are grown in a greenhouse for two months. At the end of the experiment, the number of flowers found on each type of rose bush is counted and recorded.
Learning Objectives
Students will determine the independent variable (IV), dependent variable (DV), standardizing (aka controlled) variable(s) (SV) and control group (CG) for different experiment scenarios.
Assessment
The numer of correct answer will determine the students' grasp of the concept.