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so you can try to see exactly which factors are affecting the dependent variable (the thing you're measuring) "it gives you something to compare your results to" is the basic Y9-GCSE answer =]

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What is a test set up under controlled conditions?

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What is test set up under controlled conditions?

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What is the name given to a set of controlled observations that test a proposed explanation?

A set of controlled observations that test a proposed explanation are known as an experiment. The proposed explanation is known as the hypothesis of the experiment.


When is controlled experiment?

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In a research study if one variable is changed to see how it affects behavior the study is most likely a?

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How do you set up the variables when graphing the results of a controlled experiment?

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What is meant by a controlled experiment what is a control?

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Part of an experiment that does not depend on the variable being observed?

* independent variable:in an experiment there is only one variable and its set by the person carrying out the experiment . * dependent variable: measured in all set ups during the investigation. * controlled variables: are quantities that the scientist wants to keep constant. so , the part of the experiment that does not depend on the variable is the controlled variable.


Why is a controlled experiment better than a non controlled experiment?

A controlled experiment is better than a none controlled experiment because you can control one of them and the other you can't. Science is a really fun subject.


What is a n experiment in which all of the variables except for one remain the same?

I believe the term you are looking for would be a "controlled" experiment. This is the term used when an experiment is done, where one or set of circumstances (which it's outcome is not interfered with or influenced in any way) is cross-referenced with another group or set of circumstances that are "controlled", watched carefully and/or kept the same by the one doing the experiment.