Question

1. choose the best answer.

____ are visual representations used to explain the result of an experiment.
conclusion statements
significant figures
hypotheses
graphs

1. choose the best answers.

when graphing experimental data, the __ variable usually goes on the x - axis, and the __ variable usually goes on the y - axis.
dependent; dependent
dependent; independent
independent; dependent
independent; independent

Explanation:

• Graphs are visual tools that can display experimental data in a clear and organized way to show results. Conclusion statements are written summaries, significant figures relate to measurement precision, and hypotheses are predictions.
• In graphing, the independent variable is the one that is manipulated (x - axis) and the dependent variable changes in response (y - axis).

Answer:

1. Graphs
2. independent; dependent