Question

multiple-choice question

the variable that is measured and provides results of the experiment is called the:

dependent variable

independent variable

Explanation:

Identify the definition of the measured variable

The question asks for the name of the variable that is measured and provides the results of an experiment.

Compare the options

• The dependent variable is the variable being tested and measured in a scientific experiment. It "depends" on the independent variable.
• The independent variable is the variable that is changed or controlled by the experimenter to test its effects on the dependent variable.

Select the correct term

Since the question specifies the variable that is "measured and provides results," this corresponds to the dependent variable.

Answer:

• dependent variable (Correct answer)
• independent variable