Variables

Admit Slip: Think back to (or look at) the science news articles from earlier in the week. What were at least two of the variables that were studied in those experiments.

Objective: Students will be able to identify and differentiate between Independent, Dependent, Qualitative and Quantitative variables as well as control groups.

Handouts: Simpson's problem set; Turf Warrior Article

Homework for Blocks B, A and C:

Read the article Turf Warrior. Complete the following:
1. Make a list of all the variables described in the article
2. What are AT LEAST 3 pros and 3 cons of the developments discussed in this article.
3. What are AT LEAST 2 questions you have about the methods discussed in the article.
4. What is AT LEAST 1 environmental concern presented in this article.