Independent Variables

An independent variable is a variable that stands alone and isn't changed by the other variables you are trying to measure. It is a variable that the researcher manipulates to observe its impact on the dependent variable. In other words, it is the cause in a cause-and-effect relationship. The independent variable is plotted on the x-axis of a graph, and its values are not dependent on any other variable.

Examples of Independent Variables:

Time
Temperature
Amount of sunlight
Type of fertilizer used
Dosage of medicine

Study Guide for Independent Variables:

Definition: Understand what an independent variable is and how it differs from a dependent variable.
Identification: Learn how to identify the independent variable in a given scenario or experiment.
Manipulation: Understand the concept of manipulating the independent variable to observe its effects on the dependent variable.
Graphing: Practice plotting the independent variable on the x-axis of a graph.
Real-life Examples: Look for real-life examples of independent variables in everyday situations.

Understanding independent variables is crucial in scientific experiments and research. By mastering this concept, you can better understand the relationship between different variables and make informed conclusions based on your observations.

◂Math Worksheets and Study Guides Fifth Grade. Probability

The resources above cover the following skills:

Number and Operations (NCTM)

Understand numbers, ways of representing numbers, relationships among numbers, and number systems.

Develop understanding of fractions as parts of unit wholes, as parts of a collection, as locations on number lines, and as divisions of whole numbers.

Algebra (NCTM)

Use mathematical models to represent and understand quantitative relationships.

Model problem situations with objects and use representations such as graphs, tables, and equations to draw conclusions.

Data Analysis and Probability (NCTM)

Understand and apply basic concepts of probability.

Describe events as likely or unlikely and discuss the degree of likelihood using such words as certain, equally likely, and impossible.

Understand that the measure of the likelihood of an event can be represented by a number from 0 to 1.