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Noun independent variable has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebTerm: Independent VariableDefinition: An independent variable is a variable that is manipulated or controlled in a scientific experiment in order to determine its effect on the dependent variable. It is the variable that the researcher changes or varies to observe the resulting impact on the dependent variable. Sense 1 (Scientific Experiments): Example sentence 1: In a study conducted to examine the effect of caffeine on sleep patterns, the amount of caffeine consumed (in milligrams) was the independent variable. Example sentence 2: If you increase the temperature, the rate of chemical reaction will accelerate as this is the independent variable in this experiment. Sense 2 (Mathematics and Statistics): Example sentence 1: In a regression analysis, the independent variable represents the input values used to predict the dependent variable. Example sentence 2: The scatter plot graph demonstrates the relationship between the dependent variable and the independent variable in this data set. Sense 3 (Social Sciences and Psychology): Example sentence 1: In a study investigating the impact of stress on memory recall, the level of stress experienced by participants was the independent variable. Example sentence 2: By changing the type of task assigned to participants, researchers tested the influence of the independent variable on decision-making skills. Possible Related Products: | ||||
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