Question

2) Write a hypothesis for the Observation and question below. Be sure to use the proper “If…, then…” format in your answer. Identify the independent and dependent variables in this situation.
Observation: Two astronauts push off their spaceship in space. One astronaut is moving away from ship faster than the other one. (Don’t worry, there is a rescue vehicle on the way!)
Question: What is the relationship between force and speed?
(1pts) Hypothesis: If______________, then____________.


(1pt) Independent Variable:

(1pt) Dependent Variable:

30 points for you to answer this question with the RIGHT answer

Answer 1

Answer:

If one astronaut used more force, then that one would be faster than the other. The independent variable is force. The dependent variable is speed.

Explanation:

Force is what is to be changed. Speed is what is being measured.

IV = Changed/factor DV=Measured/Changes by factor