Dependent & Independent Variables

Tap to feed machine

The Independent Variable (Input) is what you choose to put in.
The Dependent Variable (Output) depends on the machine's rule.

Input ($x$)
Independent
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NUMBER CRUNCHER
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Output ($y$)
Dependent
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Drag to sort variables

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Independent (Input)
The part you choose or that happens freely
{{ s2.placed.independent.label }} {{ s2.placed.independent.var }}
Dependent (Output)
The part that changes as a result
{{ s2.placed.dependent.label }} {{ s2.placed.dependent.var }}

Variables to Sort

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Sorted!

Tap to complete table

Use the equation to find the Dependent ($y$) values for each Independent ($x$) input.

Equation:
Input (x)
Independent
Output (y)
Dependent
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{{ row.currentY }}
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Tap to plot points

Plot the pairs from your table onto the coordinate plane.

x
y
{{ row.x }}
{{ row.y }}
y (Dep) x (Ind) {{ i }} {{ i * 5 }} 0
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Awesome Job!

You've mastered identifying Independent and Dependent variables in equations, tables, and graphs!

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