Drew observed in an experiment that algae in a nearby lake could be found at six meters below the water's surface on a clear day. On a cloudy day, the algae were found at only one meter below the surface of the water. What was the dependent variable in Drew's experiment?

In this question the options are missing; here are the options:

What was the dependent variable in Drew's experiment?

A. The depth at which the algae were found

B. The sky conditions on a particular day

C. The amount of algae measured

D. The lake that was being observed

The answer to this question A. The depth at which the algae were found

Explanation:

In an experiment, it is common there are at least two factors or variables. Additionally, the variable that is modified by others or that depend on others is always the dependent variable.

In the case of the experiment presented, there are two main factors: sky conditions and depth at which algae can be found. From these, the dependent factor is the depth because this depth changes with the sky condition or depends on the sky conditions. Also, the dependent variable is always the factor being studied, for example, in this case, Drew's focus is to study how the location of algae in terms of depth changes.

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