Question

part 3: critical thinking and analysis
question 4: variable relationships
the video states that \the dependent variable depends on the independent variable.\
a) in your own words, explain what this means:

b) give an example from your daily life where you can identify an independent and dependent variable:

• independent variable:
• dependent variable:

Explanation:

a) The independent variable is the one that can be freely changed or manipulated. The value of the dependent variable is determined by the value of the independent variable. Changes in the independent variable cause corresponding changes in the dependent variable.
b) An example is the relationship between the number of hours studied (independent variable) and the test - score obtained (dependent variable). The more hours one studies, the higher the test - score is likely to be. The test - score depends on the number of hours studied.

Answer:

a) The independent variable can be changed freely and its value determines the value of the dependent variable. Changes in the independent variable lead to changes in the dependent variable.
b) Independent variable: Number of hours studied
Dependent variable: Test - score obtained