A | B |
Independent variable | The variable you change, or manipulate, in an experiment |
Dependent variable | The result or response (data) in an experiment |
Constant | Any variable that stays the same, or doesn't change, between experimental groups |
Hypothesis | A temporary explanation for a phenomenon that can then be tested |
Quantitative | Type of data collected by taking measurements |
Qualitative | Type of data collected by using five senses |
Manipulate | To change |
Observation | What you "know" by using 5 senses |
Inference | What you "think" you know based on evidence/prior knowledge |
Variable | Anything that can be changed in an experiment |