control variables A control variable is one which may, in addition to the independent variable, affect the outcome of the investigation and therefore has to be kept constant or at least monitored. dependent variables The dependent variable is the variable of which the value is measured for each and every change in the independent variable. independent variables The independent variable is the variable for which values are changed or selected by the investigator.
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PS 2.4 Identify variables including those that must be controlled