Dependent and Independent Variables Worksheets
Identify which quantity is chosen and which changes in response.
Before you begin
Use signed arithmetic, substitute values and read expressions with variables.
Worked example
A worker earns $6 per hour. Total pay P = 6h, where h is hours worked. Identify the independent and dependent variables.
- Hours worked is the input.
- Pay changes in response to the hours worked.
Answer: Independent: h (hours worked). Dependent: P (total pay).
Check your result using the method in the example before moving to the next question.
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These sets use the same exercise types and number ranges across level labels. Choose a fresh set for additional practice.
- Easy: Start with the preview and follow the worked example.
- Medium: Practice the same exercise types with a fresh numbered set.
- Hard: Use another set to practice explaining and checking your answers.
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Try six questions below, or choose a full set at your level.
1
A worker earns $4 per hour. Total pay P = 4h, where h is hours worked. Identify the independent and dependent variables.
2
A worker earns $6 per hour. Total pay P = 6h, where h is hours worked. Identify the independent and dependent variables.
3
A worker earns $7 per hour. Total pay P = 7h, where h is hours worked. Identify the independent and dependent variables.
4
A worker earns $9 per hour. Total pay P = 9h, where h is hours worked. Identify the independent and dependent variables.
5
A worker earns $2 per hour. Total pay P = 2h, where h is hours worked. Identify the independent and dependent variables.
6
A worker earns $10 per hour. Total pay P = 10h, where h is hours worked. Identify the independent and dependent variables.
Answer Key
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